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Pocket Telescope, by Dollond, London, Late 18th Century

Inventory Number 89892

Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.89892

Item type
Object
Makers
Dollond
Primary inscriptions
"Dollond / London"
Physical material
Glass
metal
Wood
ivory
Object type
Pocket telescope
Dimensions
Diameter: 34mm Height: 256mm
Inventory No
89892

Description

Pocket telescope with wooden tube and copper alloy finishing. Slide cover over eyepiece with inscription. Ivory tag '525' attached with wire around outside of body.

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