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Phillip 2nd hanging SundialThis vertical disk sundial from the end of the 16th century is an unusual piece: one side has an effigy of King Philip II of Spain and the other side is a sundial. The original piece, made of bronze, is in the British Museum of London. Between the 16th and 17th century, a close link existed between Spain and the Low Countries marked by the mutual influence and a high level of cooperation that occurred between their scientists. To reinforce the Spanish

Measuring the height of a star using the back of the instrument

the outermost circle is the Tropic of Capricorn

Complete with 20 animated strips

Hand crafted of wood with green paint finish accented with a brass clasp and hinge

It may also be used for determining the time of day

Pocket compass

It is a tool for astronomers

This maritime tool is beautifully reproduced in wood and brass with mirror and tinted glass filters

and tide indicator dial

which is placed in the Kensington Museum and belonged to the Army of Philipe II (16th century)

This beautiful miniature replica is fashioned of brass and hung on a cord

This piece is fashioned of brass and comes complete with wooden stand