Portsmouth Portable Sundial

Named in tribute to the historic naval dockyards in Portsmouth, focus of much of Britain’s maritime history, this sundial has an adjustable gnomon that can be set for latitude on a sliding scale; and the whole instrument oriented in the meridian by means of the magnetic compass in the base. A tiny spirit level and height-adjustable legs ensure that the instrument is used upright.

Diameter 10cm, height folded 5cm.



Our range of miniature sundials are completely self-contained portable instruments, inspired by originals now found in Maritime and Science museums the world over. Instruments like these were once used by explorers and navigators to tell the time anywhere in the world. These brass replicas retain most of the original detail features and functioning parts, but are not intended for serious use.