Portable transit instrument, 1840-1860

Portable transit instrument of 2ďż˝-inch aperture and 24-inch focal length, with striding level and lamp, by Troughton and Simms, with wooden box and cast iron stand.

Collection
Science Museum
Inventory Number
3020799
Title
Portable transit instrument, 1840-1860
Object Type
PhysicalObject
Measurements
- overall: 900 x 900 x 600 mm

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