Azimuth Circle
The azimuth circles consists of two semi-circular pieces jointed to the centre by four radial spokes. Fitted with prisms and two shades on one side, and a frame with sighting wire and dark glass reflector on the other. A special fitting is carried at centre to accommodate the deflecting instrument.
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Object Details
ID: | ACO0476 |
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Type: | Azimuth Circle |
Display location: | Not on display |
Creator: | Unknown |
Date made: | circa 1910 |
Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Admiralty Compass Observatory |
Measurements: | Overall: 70 mm x 152 mm x 168 mm |
Parts: | Azimuth Circle |