Prism of Thallium glass on wooden plinth

Made:: 1865-1875

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Prism of Thallium glass on wooden plinth, c.1870
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Prism of Thallium glass on wooden plinth, c.1870. Refractive Index 1.751, Specific Gravity 4.75 (length 1 5/8").

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Category:: Optics

Object Number:: 1915-311

Materials:: glass (thallium), mahogany (wood) and chamois leather

Measurements:: overall: 45 mm x 70 mm x 70 mm, , .18kg

type:: prism - optical

credit:: Sir William Crookes

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