Small pocket telescope by Dollond

Made:
London
maker:
Dollond family
Small pocket telescope by Dollond, London, England, c. 1770

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Small pocket telescope by Dollond, London, England, c. 1770
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Small pocket telescope by Dollond, London, England, c. 1770. Achromatic Galilean type with screwed cap. Only one power, magnifying about five times. Portion of brass edging missing

Details

Category:
Optics
Object Number:
1906-60
Materials:
copper (alloy) and glass
Measurements:
overall: x 90 mm x , 40 mm, .13kg
type:
telescope - galilean, telescope - terrestrial and telescope - refracting
credit:
J.C. Stevens (Auction Sales)