Astronomical refracting telescope with 3 3/4 inch aperture and 52 inch focal length, and case

Made:: 1880-1890 in York

maker:: T. Cooke & Sons

Astronomical refracting telescope with 3 3/4 inch aperture and 52 inch focal length with finder by Cooke on an altazimuth mount with mahogany stand and case. Accessories include 2 eyepieces, 2 solar filters and a solar wedge (Herschel). A circulation instrument from the Science and Arts Department for use by teachers.

Details

Category:: Astronomy

Object Number:: 1990-757

Materials:: brass, mahogany and complete

Measurements:: overall: 1580 x 1280 x 1900 mm

type:: telescope - refracting

credit:: Science & Art Department (Science Museum)

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