Armillary Sundials, old world sun clocks and solar dials
 Armillary sundials are beautiful reproduction, patterned after authentic Grecian sundials. Developed by the Greeks and historically used to teach the concepts of basic astronomy. Practical and beautiful, these Sundial Pedestals will display your sundials with distinction. Sundial spheres were used in the past to teach the concepts of spherical astronomy. Comprised of a skeletal frame model of the Earth at the center of the armillary, with the encircling bands representing fixed stars.
Today these ancient sundials are mostly used in flower gardens, as a decorative garden ornament, more than as a timekeeper. It is the love of antiques that causes old dials to stay in the family and to be set up at new sites. The marked interest that has been taken in the brass armillary sundial during recent years shows it has still a conversation piece whenever anyone sees one. Age can add to its value, and yet in no way impair its reliability. These garden sun clocks tell solar time when the arrow, corresponding with the Earth’s axis, casts a shadow on the equatorial band.
Most popular sun dial clocks for the lawn and garden.
Lionhead Polished solid brass armillary sundial makes a traditional focal point for the garden. Product Dimensions – Time Band – 12 Inch Arrow Length – 16 Inch Base Diameter – 6 3/4 Inch Overall Height – 13 Inch Fleur Brass equatorial style armillary sundial features a polished arrow with verdi time band. Product Dimensions -Time Band – 18 Inch Arrow Length – 31 Inch Base Diameter – 7 Inch Overall Height – 21 Inch Chinese Brass Armillary sundial made features a contrasting blend of polished metal & verdigris.
Cast Aluminum Armillary Sundial Decorative, Functional & Fun This decorative and functional sundial is made from 100% cast aluminum and made in America. You can enjoy this sundial in any outdoor living space. It’s a great way to personalize your garden work space.
Sun Clock Sundial Quality Craftsmanship Handcrafted from cast aluminum this Sundial has a weather resistant durable finish that will last a lifetime. Sundials work by measure time as it is. Noon is when the when the sun is highest in the sky (when it crosses the meridian). Sundials are a perfect accent piece to any outdoor decor and are a great topic of conversation. Adjustable Base for Easy installation Place on any level surface or post Optional Mounting Pedestal.
Sundials exist in most countries, in various forms, differing in construction according to the knowledge of the age in astronomy and mathematics, and showing clearly at different periods in the history of a race evidence of influence by other civilizations with greater knowledge. Sundials are also abundant in the far East such as China and Japan, but not as much history of these is known to the Western world.
When purchasing, your primary considerations will most likely be the sunclocks location in your yard and the type of sundial you prefer. The vast majority of sundials are horizontal sundials or discs and designed to be mounted on a pedestal. If you are looking to add curb appeal in the front yard an old world armillary sundial on a pedestal or bird bath sundial would be great choices.
