Pocket telescope
The barrel of this small telescope is made of mahogany. The three draw tubes are made of brass, as are the fittings, which include a pivoted eyepiece cover. The objective lens cap is missing.
The size of the telescope when closed suggests that it was designed as a personal accessory to fit in the pocket.
The size of the telescope when closed suggests that it was designed as a personal accessory to fit in the pocket.
Object Details
| ID: | NAV1654 |
|---|---|
| Collection: | Astronomical and navigational instruments |
| Type: | Pocket telescope |
| Display location: | Not on display |
| Creator: | Unknown |
| Date made: | circa 1780 |
| People: | Steevens, Charles |
| Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London |
| Measurements: | Overall: 152 x 35 mm |