Brass Gregorian reflecting telescope of 2 1/2-inch aperture by James Short

Made:: 1760-1762 in London

maker:: James Short

Brass Gregorian reflecting telescope of 2 1/2-inch aperture by James Short, London [244/1063=9.6], on an altazimuth mounting with box foot stand made from telescope case containing 2 eyepieces, brass mirror box and accessories.

Details

Category:: Astronomy

Object Number:: 1909-165

Materials:: brass, speculum, mahogany and complete

Measurements:: overall (assembled): 450 x 430 x 180 mm

type:: telescope - gregorian and telescope - reflecting

credit:: J.C. Stevens Auction House

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