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Simple Theodolite and Surveyor's Cross, Dutch?, 17th Century

Inventory Number 26469


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.26469

Subject
Surveying
Item type
Object
Primary inscriptions
Unsigned
Physical material
Brass
Dimensions
Diameter: 220mm
Inventory No
26469
Accession Number
Accession cannot be traced

Description

Circular scale of degrees clockwise from north 90-[0], 90-[0], [0]-90, [0]-90, divided by 90, 10, 2. The graduations within each 10° span are numbered 1 2 3 4. The four fixed sights are placed at the quarter points between the cardinal points which are named in Latin on the strapwork. The alidade is labelled "Meridies" and "Septentrio". All the sights are slit sights. On the underside is a socket for a stand.