Pelorus
Consists of sivered brass bearing plate graduated to 1/4 points, and with two sets of graduations 0-180 deg from both N&S. The plate can be clamped either to the frame by a central knob or to the sight vane by a screw below. The centre knob also carries a "Mag" pointer. The sight vanes are connected by an arch which carries a thread. A brass conical gimbal mounting and lead balancing weight are attached to a spindle at centre of underside of plate. In wooden box 9.5 x 8.25 x 15.5" (24.2 x 21.0 x 39.4cm) containing a brass mounting plate.
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Object Details
ID: | ACO0651 |
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Type: | Pelorus |
Display location: | Not on display |
Creator: | Wilson & Gillie |
Date made: | circa 1900 |
Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Admiralty Compass Observatory |
Measurements: | Overall: 345 mm x 200 mm x 175 mm |
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