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Altazimuth Theodolite, by Adams, London, Later 18th Century

Inventory Number 71425


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.71425

Subject
Surveying
Item type
Object
Makers
Adams
Object type
Theodolite
Dimensions
Diameter: 215mm Height: 293mm Width: 284mm Weight: 5.2kg
Inventory No
71425

Description

Mounting socket beneath horizontal plate, rack and pinion motion to plate with compass, bubble level and 'A' frame supports to trunnion mounting to vertical semicircle, with rack and pinion motion, surmounted by telescope in 'Y' bearings with hanging level. Wooden case.