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Large Brass Library Telescope on Folding Tripod Base from Scotland
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A fine large Scottish working library telescope of brass, from the 19th century, for terrestrial or astronomical use. Featuring a primary barrel with a fine focusing wheel and eye tubes for different magnifications, with a single red-tinted filter for night-time viewing, mounted to a brass and iron folding table-top tripod stand.
Marked: D. McGregor & Co., Glasgow & Greenock
- Creator:D. McGregor & Co. 1 (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 41 in (104.14 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Fine antique condition - Wear commensurate with age and use - Please see accompanying photos.
- Seller Location:Austin, TX
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