Altazimuth theodolite, British, 1725-1747

Made:: 1725-1747 in Strand, London and England

maker:: Jonathan Sisson

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Altazimuth theodolite, 4 1/2-inch, by Jonathan Sisson, Styrand, London, England, 1725-1747

Theodolites, such as this example made by J Sisson, are instruments for measuring angles both in the horizontal and the vertical and have been widely used in surveying since the 16th century. Sisson in 1720 introduced the telescope and cross-hairs. This later example includes bubble levels and a better method of setting the vernier.

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Category:: Surveying

Object Number:: 1921-588

type:: theodolite

taxonomy:

furnishing and equipment
measuring device - instrument

credit:: Court, Thomas Henry

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