Pitch polisher

Made:
1770-1820 in England
maker:
William Herschel

Pitch polisher used by William Herschel to polish his metal speculum mirrors used in his telescopes.

Details

Category:
Astronomy
Object Number:
1876-1020 Pt2
Materials:
brass and tin
Measurements:
overall (estimate): 50 x 140 mm
type:
components and tools (mirror polishing )
credit:
Mr John Herschel-Shorland