Galilean refracting telescope (spyglass) with shagreen body and brass tubes by Henry Pyefinch

Galilean refracting telescope (spyglass) with shagreen body and brass tubes by Henry Pyefinch

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Galilean refracting telescope (spyglass) with shagreen body and brass tubes by Henry Pyefinch, Cornhill, London, c. 1785 (B795). Fitted with 2-power eyepiece. No dust-cap on the lens.

Details

Category:
Optics
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
1983-158
Materials:
copper (alloy), fish skin and glass
Measurements:
overall: x 85 mm x , 41 mm, .12kg
type:
telescope - galilean, telescope - terrestrial and telescope - refracting
credit:
Wellcome Trust