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Scutum, the 17th-century shield constellation, gets a fresh look
Original: Jordan & I weren't exactly sure what shields of the 1600s looked like, but this # contellation seems close enough--good
Astronomy enthusiasts are revisiting Scutum, the constellation Johannes Hevelius created in the 1680s to honour King John III Sobieski of Poland. Commentators note that no one knows exactly what 1600s shields looked like, but Hevelius's depiction still holds up. Discussion ties the constellation to podcast episodes exploring its history and cosmic background.
Why now: Interest in the history and lore of constellations, prompted by astronomy outreach content about Scutum
Johannes HeveliusScutumPolandKing John III Sobieski
Evidence
- Jordan & I weren't exactly sure what shields of the 1600s looked like, but this # contellation seems close enough--good job, Hevelius! Learn more about the # astronomy and other # CosmicBackground of the constellation # Scutum here: https:// starrytimepodcast.podbean.com/… · starrytimepod@universeodon.com · 5
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