A 17th Century 'supercomputer' once owned by Indian royalty sells for record in auction

The astrolabe - or astronomical computer - is possibly the largest in existence and had never been exhibited before.

A 400-year-old brass astrolabe, crafted by Mughal artisans and once owned by Indian royalty, was auctioned by Sotheby’s in London for approximately $2.75 million.

A 17th-century brass astrolabe, previously owned by Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II and Maharani Gayatri Devi, is set to be auctioned by Sotheby’s in London, estimated to fetch between £1.5 million and £2.5 million.

A 17th-century astrolabe, possibly the largest in existence and once owned by Indian royalty, is set to be auctioned, marking its first exhibition.