As is manifest by the [12 e. xviij]. And this is the invention or way to finde out the circular ray for an octoedrum, and an icosoedrum.

5 A mingled ordinate polyedrum of a triangular base, is either an Octoedrum, or an Icosoedrum.

This division also ariseth from the bases of the figures.

6 An octoedrum is a mingled ordinate polyedrum, which is comprehended of eight triangles. 27 d xj.

As here thou seest, in this Monogrammum and solidum, that is lines and solid octahedrum.

Therefore

7 The sides of an octoedrum are 12. the plaine angles 24, and the solid 6.

And

8 Nine octoedra's doe fill a solid place.