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Gregorian Reflecting Telescope, English, Mid-18th Century

Inventory Number 32008


Subject
Telescopes
Item type
Object
Primary inscriptions
unsigned
Physical material
brass
speculum metal
Object type
Telescope
Dimensions
Diameter: 105mm
Inventory No
32008

Description

Brass body with screw-fit objective cell and eye-piece, screw-fit eyepiece filter; push-fit tube cover, focus by rod from eye-end with knurled knob, speculum metal primary and secondary mirrors, tube with coat of arms incorporating three scallop shells, Latin motto, ornate monogram, pinhole and window open sights; altazimuth spring-controlled mount on turned pillar above folding tripod base with cabriole feet,