Experimental mirror transit circle

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This object is an experimental mirror transit circle put together by an employee of the Royal Greenwich Observatory, a Mr R d' Atkinson. It consists of a lens/ mirror, approx 12" diameter, thick glass, silver one side in a metal stand, with wires attached.

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Object Details

ID:	ZBA1697
Collection:	Astronomical and navigational instruments
Type:	Experimental mirror transit circle
Display location:	Not on display
Creator:	Atkinson
Date made:	circa 1960
Credit:	Components. National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, RGO Collection
Measurements:	Overall: 154 mm x 340 mm x 324 mm;Weight: 14.7 kg
Parts:	Experimental mirror transit circle Experimental mirror transit circle box lid (ZBA1697.1) Experimental mirror transit circle box base (ZBA1697.2)