On sundials IV is because of space requirements, I have always been told. Why IIII on a dial I know not.
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From: List for discussion of issues in museum education in the UK. [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Susan Pope
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Subject: Roman numerals
Hello!
Few anyone know why the 4 in Roman numerals is shown as IIII on a clock face and not IV?
Cheers,
Sue
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