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Simple Theodolite, by Maulevaut, Paris, 18th Century

Inventory Number 35524


Subject
Surveying
Item type
Object
Makers
Maulevaut
Primary inscriptions
"Mauleuaut AParis" on the underside.
Physical material
Copper Alloy
Object type
Theodolite
Dimensions
Diameter: 191mm Height: 60mm Width: 194mm Depth: 169mm Weight: 623g
Inventory No
35524
Accession Number
1924-0/part

Description

Circular copper alloy compass with vertical sights: outer circle has scale, inner rotating circle adorned with compass rose. The sights are all slit sights. As well as the compass box, needle and glass, the support is also missing, though its two fixing screws remain.