Phototransparency

Phototransparency, plass positive plate of the total eclipse of the Sun, seen on 29 May 1919. The Sun's outer atmopshere (corona) and a large promience are clearly visible.

Rectangular, bottom right hand corner of the plate is broken. Stored in a large cardboard box.

Object Details

ID: AST1093
Collection: Astronomical and navigational instruments
Type: Phototransparency
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: 1919
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 2 mm x 300 mm x 255 mm
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