Antique Trippensee Planetarium Co. Orrery

Item Details

A 1908 Trippensee Planetarium Co. Orrery. The scientific exploring model features movable chain parts allowing various planet positioning around the sun according to the circumferential seasonal horoscope calendar affixed to the round base. A compass inlay is located in the extendable arm. Composed of wood, metal, and bakelite. Made in Saginaw, Michigan.

Condition

- wear consistent with age
- dust upon item
- scratches upon brass sun
- seasonal horoscope calendar worn

Dimensions

Item #

17CIN566-031