Portable naked eye sighting instrument by George Adams

Made:
1780 in London
maker:
George Adams
Portable naked eye sighting instrument by George Adams (astronomical angle measuring device - naked eye) Portable naked eye sighting instrument by George Adams (astronomical angle measuring device - naked eye) Portable naked eye sighting instrument by George Adams (astronomical angle measuring device - naked eye)

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Portable naked eye sighting instrument by George Adams, London, on an adjustable equatorial stand with 2 spirit levels, 3 levelling screws and a fitted mahogany case.

Details

Category:
Astronomy
Object Number:
1914-883
Materials:
metal and mahogany
type:
astronomical angle measuring device - naked eye
credit:
Mr Thomas H. Court

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