Description: Princeton, NEW JERSEY - Princeton University Sundial: The Mather Sundial in McCosh Courtyard is a replica of the Turnbull Sundial (1551) at Corpus Christi College, Oxford. Princeton's sundial was given by Sir William Mather, governor of Victoria University in Manchester, England, "to symbolize the connection between Oxford and Princeton. . . [and] Great Britain and America." In 1907, Viscount James Bryce, then British ambassador to the United States, and Princeton President Woodrow Wilson presided over the dedication. The 20-foot column supports a globe topped by a pelican, the symbol of Corpus Christi College. Inscribed around the base are these words from Samuel Butler's "Hudibras":Loyalty is e'er the sameWhether it win or lose the gameTrue as the dial to the sunAlthough it be not shined upon.At one time, the Mather Sundial was the provenance of seniors, who by custom enjoyed the exclusive privilege of sitting on its steps between classes.This Divided Back Era (1907-15) postcard is in good condition. Temme Co. Orange NJ. No. 2066.
Price: 9 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
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Size: Standard (5.5x3.5 in)
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Continent: North America
Material: Paper
Theme: Architecture, Universities, Cities & Towns, Landscapes
Region: New Jersey
Country: USA
Type: Printed (Lithograph)
Features: Divided Back
Subject: Princeton University Sundial
Postage Condition: Unposted
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
City: Princeton
Time Period Manufactured: 1940-1949
Unit of Sale: Single Unit
Era: Pre-War (Pre-1914)
Brand/Publisher: Temme Co.
Mather Sundial: McCosh Courtyard
