Abney level & clinometer, English, 1875-1885

Made:: 1875-1885 in Strand

maker:: Elliott Brothers

Abney level with clinometer by Elliott Brothers, 449 Strand

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Abney level with clinometer by Elliott Brothers, 449 Strand
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Abney level with clinometer by Elliott Brothers, 449 Strand, London, England, c. 1880.

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Category:: Surveying

Object Number:: 1913-254

Materials:: brass (copper, zinc alloy), glass, alcohol, leather, cardboard and paper (fibre product)

Measurements:: overall: 35 mm x 125 mm x 50 mm, .135kg

type:: abney level, clinometer and level

credit:: Court, Thomas Henry

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Abney level & clinometer, English, 1875-1885

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