Brass theodolite in mahogany case

Made:: 1801-1804 in London

maker:: Gilbert and Wright

Brass theodolite in mahogany case, made by Gilbert & Wright London, 1801-1804, used during construction of Newcastle & Carlisle Railway, c1835.

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Category:: Tools of the Trade & Personal Accessories

Object Number:: 1978-8071

Materials:: brass (copper, zinc alloy) and wood (unidentified)

type:: theodolite

credit:: British Rail, Historical Relics

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Brass theodolite in mahogany case

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