Ptolemy, Alexandrian Greek astronomer and geographer, late 15th century. Artist: Pedro Berruguete

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Ptolemy, Alexandrian Greek astronomer and geographer, late 15th century. Ptolemy (Claudius of Ptolemaeus) (fl150 AD) holding an armillary sphere. He is incorrectly shown wearing a crown as he was frequently confused with the Ptolemaic kings of Egypt. From the Musee du Louvre, Paris.

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