Laing's Planetarium / Laing

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Laing's Planetarium / Laing Planetarium Co.


You are viewing an imposing image of Laing's Planetarium / Laing Planetarium Co. It was created in 1895. Globes. Astronomical models. Shows the motion of the Earth and Mercury around the Sun, and the Moon around the Earth. Date from dealer's information. Terrestial globe dated to 1891. Title from metal plate affixed to wooden arm. Metal label attached to base shows the months, seasons, and zodiac. Acquisition made possible by Marjorie S. Fisher. Scale [ca. 1:117,500,000] (W 1800--E 1800/N 900--S 900). We have compiled this collection of photographs primarily to serve as a valuable educational resource. For questions or comments about this digital archive, contact curator@history-map.com.