ARABIC COMPASS
Arabic compass. A compass is an instrument that, thanks to having a magnetized needle that rotates on an axis and points to the magnetic north, allows the directions of the Earth’s surface to be determined. The term has its etymological origin in the Italian word bussola.
Historians believe that the compass was invented in China during the 9th century. At first it consisted of a magnetized needle floating inside a container with water, although, over time, the size of the device was reduced to be able to move it more comfortably. Thus, the axis on which the needle rotates arose and a compass rose (also known as a nautical rose) was added to calculate directions.
Compasses have remained almost unchanged over time. Some, for example, began to include lighting. Compasses are still used in the event of malfunctions in more complex systems and in places where there is no electricity or the possibility of replacing batteries.
Our compass is decorated with arabesque motifs. Made entirely by hand from beech wood and bronze-plated metal. It is presented in a wooden box with illustrations of old maps from the 16th century. It comes with a historical overview of the compass and its applications.
Measurements
Diameter: 5 cm
Thickness: 3.5 cm
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Compass
