Circinus

Circinus

Abbreviation:
Cir
Genitive:
Circini
Translation:
The Compasses
Right Ascention:
15h 0m
Declination:
-60°

Named for the drafting tool used for making circles or arcs. Because it is used in the art of masonry, it (with close constellation Norma, the square) is half of the symbol of Freemasonry.

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