Mahogany and brass 'Smeaton's Block'

Made:
1850-1900
Mahogany and brass 'Smeaton's Block'

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Mahogany and brass 'Smeaton's Block'
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Mahogany and brass 'Smeaton's Block', an adjustable wedge for converting an altazimuth stand into an equatorial mounting

Details

Category:
Astronomy
Object Number:
1995-563
Materials:
mahogany and fittings, brass
Measurements:
overall: 140 x 150 mm
type:
components and mounts (telescopes)
credit:
Science Museum (Great Britain)