Reflecting telescope with trolly stand, 1767-1768

Reflecting telescope with speculum mirror of 9 1/4-inch aperture by James Short, London [6/1364 = 49] on equatorial stand arranged to be used as a Gregorian, Cassegrainian or Newtonian, with spare secondary mirrors in metal case and 3 eyepieces (two oak staves, small brass screws etc added in 1913).

Collection

Science Museum

Inventory Number

3020455

Title

Reflecting telescope with trolly stand, 1767-1768

Object Type

PhysicalObject

Measurements

- overall: 2000 x 2000 x 600 mm approx.