Telescope in original case by James Mann, London, c.1730

Made:
1725-1735 in London
maker:
James Mann

Telescope in green shagreen in original case by James Mann, London, c.1730.

Details

Category:
Optics
Object Number:
1921-812
type:
telescope - refracting
credit:
Court, Thomas Henry

Parts

Sharkskin case for refracting terrestrial telescope

Sharkskin case for refracting terrestrial telescope

Original sharkskin covered case for telescope, with button-catch and brass hinge, Mann, London, 1725-1735

Measurements:
overall: 46 mm x 246 mm x 51 mm, .151kg
Materials:
sharkskin , wood , brass (copper, zinc alloy) and textile
Object Number:
1921-812 Pt2
type:
instrument case
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