sectioned (longitudinally) terrestrial refracting telescope,

sectioned (longitudinally) terrestrial refracting telescope, 1-draw mahogany and brass tube, non-achromatic, unsigned, late 18th century. Shutter dust-caps at both ends; length closed 10 11/16-inch; object glass 11/16-inch. Original form of 3-lens eyepiece [Telescope sectioned 1958]

Collection

Science Museum

Inventory Number

2988797

Title

sectioned (longitudinally) terrestrial refracting telescope,

Object Type

PhysicalObject

Measurements

- overall: 350 mm x 35 mm; weight: 0.245kg