Late 17th-early 18th century AD. A square lead plaque with ropework border enclosing a low-relief sundial surrounded by four standing figures holding various implements, Roman numerals around the dial (V to XII and I to VII) and 'tempus fugit' legend, central deltoid gnomon. 2.5 kg, 21 x 21cm (8 1/4 x 8 1/4"). Property of a Nottinghamshire, UK, gentleman since before 2000; previously in old English collection before 1980.