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Grubb Landscape Camera Singlet Meniscus Lens

Inventory Number 75902


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.75902

Item type
Object
Makers
Grubb
Primary inscriptions
'Ao Grubb PATENT 1745 Sold by WATSON & SON 313 Holborn London'
Physical material
copper alloy
Glass
Dimensions
Diameter: 83mm Height: 54mm Weight: 329g
Inventory No
75902

Description

Singlet meniscus landscape lens manufactured by Grubb, 1745. Glass lens is housed in a copper alloy body. Rim around lens has three small holes for attaching lens to other components. Main body of lens is circular with the manufacturer's name and address engraved on the side. There are two small screws on either side of body.