Samuel Morland's calculating machine
Calculating machine designed by Sir Samuel Morland in 1666 with leather case, made between 1666-1695.. Inscribed: 'Samuel Morland Inventor 1666'. Probably made by Humphrey Adamson in Holborn, London, but not signed.
- Measurements:
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Overall: 50 mm x 126 mm x 5 mm, 0.215 kg
- Materials:
- brass (copper, zinc alloy)
- Object Number:
- 1876-538 Pt1
- type:
- calculating machine