Int. Astronomical Union Celestial Map etched in Sterling and Embellished with 24k Gold, 1978 Adventure Blowpipes from indigenous South American

Blowpipes from indigenous South American tribes often start around 6 feet in length

Height about 8 inches

The medals are 24 karat gold on sterling silver

is a tangible symbol of the struggles faced by the divided empire

This working sundial model with compass was commissioned by the National Maritime Historical Society in 1987 as a part of their Great Instruments of Discovery Series

Int. Astronomical Union Celestial Map etched in Sterling and Embellished with 24k Gold, 1978 Adventure Blowpipes from indigenous South AmericanThe International Astronomical Union issued this celestial map, Charta Caelestis, in limited edition through the Franklin Mint in 1978. This map is in excellent vintage condition with it's original frame, matting, and acrylic cover, with minimal wear to the frame. It features the constellations etched in sterling silver and embellished with 24k gold. Frame Dimensions: Length 27 and 3 4 inches, Width 20 inches, Height 2 inches