Topcon stereoscope by Tokyo Kogaku Kikai Co. Ltd.

Made:
1980-1989
Topcon stereoscope by Tokyo Kogaku Kikai Co. Ltd.

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Topcon stereoscope by Tokyo Kogaku Kikai Co. Ltd., 1980s.

Details

Category:
Surveying
Object Number:
1997-265
Materials:
metal and glass
Measurements:
overall (in box): 190 mm x 480 mm x 220 mm,
type:
stereoscope
credit:
BP Research Centre

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