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Ross Landscape Camera Singlet Meniscus Lens

Inventory Number 75576


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.75576

Item type
Object
Makers
Ross
Primary inscriptions
'A. Ross LONDON 6696'
Physical material
copper alloy
Glass
metal
Dimensions
Diameter: 41mm Height: 46mm Weight: 75g
Inventory No
75576

Description

Singlet meniscus lens, manufactured by Ross. Single lens in mounted at one end of a copper alloy body tube. A circular aperture is found at other end of tube. Aperture is protected by a retractable dust cap which rotates around a screw inserted beside aperture. A movable collar surrounds body tube. Collar has screw thread for attaching lens to camera. Manufacturer's name is engraved on side of collar.