Refracting telescope of 1 1/2-inch aperture and 15-inch focal length by W. & S. Jones

Made:
1825-1859 in London
maker:
W and S Jones

Refracting telescope of 1 1/2-inch aperture and 15-inch focal length by W. & S. Jones, London, on an adjustable equatorial mounting with wooden case. Accessories include 3 dark glass filters, 4 reading eyepieces for the scales, a diagonal and a spirit lamp with stand [RAS No.136]. Presented to the Royal Astronomical Society in 1899 by Miss Moore.

Details

Category:
Astronomy
Object Number:
1931-346
Materials:
mounting & tube, brass and optics, glass
Measurements:
overall (estimate): 550 x 450 x 400 mm
type:
telescope - refracting and equatorial instrument
credit:
Royal Astronomical Society