Wollaston's reflecting goniometer

Wollaston's reflecting goniometer, circle (8") in mahogany case (no key), by William Cary, London early 19th century. Donor's name on printed descriptive labels to be, at their request, in full and in order as follows: - Mrs. Madoline Phillips Field and Mrs Anna Phillips Lane

Details

Category:
Optics
Object Number:
1927-116
type:
goniometer
credit:
Mrs. Madoline Phillips Field and Mrs Anna Phillips Lane

Parts

Wollaston type reflecting goniometer by William Cary

Wollaston type reflecting goniometer by William Cary

Wollaston type reflecting goniometer by William Cary, 8" circle, early 19th century, belonged to William Phillips the author of 'Elementary Introduction to the Knowledge of Mineralogy', 1823.

Measurements:
overall: 270 mm x x , 215 mm, 2.03kg
Materials:
metal , copper (alloy) , brass , wood and mahogany
Object Number:
1927-116/1
type:
reflecting goniometer
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