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A Wollaston Prism Pattern Camera Lucidae with clamp head, by Alexander, Exeter, c. 1850

Inventory Number 80328

Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.80328

Item type
Object
Makers
Alexander
Primary inscriptions
"Alex Alexander Optician to the King/Exeter"
Dimensions
Height: 239mm Width: 91mm Depth: 28mm Weight: 184g
Inventory No
80328

Description

Copper alloy-coloured Wollaston prism pattern camera lucida made by Alexander of Exeter and marked with his name and the coat of arms for the House of Hanover from 1801 to 1837. Mounted on an extendable adjustable arm attached to a 'C' shaped clamp and screw for attaching it to a base or table edge.

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