four-prism spectroscope (only two prisms present), by J. Duboscq of Paris, France, c. 1870. It was used by the third Marquis of Salisbury, British Prime Minister four times between 1885 and 1902, an enthusiastic amateur scientist.
Details
- Category:
- Optics
- Object Number:
- 1936-190
- Materials:
- copper (alloy), brass (copper, zinc alloy), iron, silver (metal) and glass
- Measurements:
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overall: 395 mm x 630 mm x 480 mm, , 14.15kg
- type:
- spectroscope and prism - optical
- credit:
- The Most Hon. the Marquess of Salisbury
