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An astrolabe is a tool used for navigation by sailors at sea. It can be used to find one's latitude by looking at the north star, and general location. The astrolabe finds the angle between the horizon and an object being observed.

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A very versatile ancient measurement tool used for time keeping, Astrology, measuring distances and dozens of other things

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