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Ross Extra Rapid Symmetrical Doublet Camera Lens, by Ross, London, Late 19th Century

Inventory Number 64626


Item type
Object
Makers
Ross
Provenance
Bequeathed by Henry Minn in 1961. Acquired by Minn from Sarah Angelina Acland (belongs with her Watson camera 58312).
Primary inscriptions
'Ross, No..47521 LONDON. (Extra Rapid) 8x5. Universal Symmetrical'.
Dimensions
Diameter: 110mm Height: 160mm Weight: 358g
Inventory No
64626
Accession Number
1961-137/14 or 15

Description

In loose-fitting blue velvet bag with purple edge and ribbon tie. Lens cap (thin leather over card with dark green velvet lining) on wider end. Aperture adjustment slot marked 'U.S' and numbered 2 to 256.

One of two lenses (see 94074) belonging with Miss Acland's Watson camera 58312, kept in carrying case with camera.