Zodiac Sun Dial Antiqued

Description

Zodiac Sun Dial Antiqued

The Zodiac Sun Dial Antiqued, is astrological item and will look spectacular in any garden.

Traditionally, sundials are cast in long lasting brass and require little or no maintenance.

Much attention is given to ensure each Zodiac emblem is clearly defined.

Adorned with beautiful detailing and inspired by horoscopes.  It depicts each of the zodiac signs and their names.

A lovely touch for such a wonderful design.  The very detailed zodiac signs decorate the outside perimeter of the Zodiac Sun Dial.

The 12 names  of the  Zodiac signs and their emblems.

1  Aries -Ram.    2.   Taurus – Bull.

3.    Gemini – Twins.   4.    Cancer – Crab.

5.    Leo — Lion.     6.    Virgo – Virgin or Maiden.   

7.    Libra -Scales.8.    Scorpio – Scorpio.

9.    Sagittarius – Archer.    10.    Capricorn – Goat.

11.    Aquarius – Water Bearer.    12.    Pisces – Fish.

These emblems are raised detail around the compass points of the sundial.

How is it presented.

The sundial is straddled by a gnomon in the form of a Lightning Bolt.

The Gnomon is thepart of the sundial that cast the shadow of the sun upon the numerals.

This shadow created by the sun falling upon the numbers to indicate the time.

The Zodiac Sun Dial Antiqued is made of brass.

Brass will not rust, however, it will develop an interesting patina further enhancing its appearance.

It is treated with copper sulphate to capture an antique like finish and to highlight the finely detailed emblems.

It’s size is 9 inches (23mm) in diameter and it’s appearance is very pleasing.  It is an object of mystique that will generate many interesting conversations

Mounting.

• Instructions are provided.
• The hardest decision is , where to locate it.
• What are you going to mount it on?
• Plinths – flat or irregular.
• Posts – wooden , steel or pipe.
• Pedestals – Clay sandstone or composite.

Measurements. 

• The Zodiac Sun Dial is a generous 230mm (9inches) in diameter which is the average size of a normal sundial.

The Brass Gnomon takes on the shape of a Lightning Bolt. Its job is to cast a shadow over the numerals to indicate the time.

All of the signs set around the various compass points straddled by the lightning bolt Gnomon are clear and concise, .

It’s appearance is very pleasing and attractive object. It will generate many interesting conversations.

Price and Postage.

• Price includes GST.
• Postage is extra.

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