Lot 297 Great Telescope in Box - 19th Century
Great Telescope in Box - 19th Century
Also referred to as a "Counting House" telescope. This is a wonderful table telescope in its original mahogany case, coming from a Collection in Shropshire, England. Tripod base, Circa 1880, lens
diameter 2 1/4" (5,5 cm), made from brass, iron and glass, scope measures: closed 37 1/2" (95 cm), fully extended 47" (120 cm) and 19" H (48 cm). Signed by maker Stanley, London, in working condition, slight chips at
lens in front, bumps in tube, traces of use and wear, otherwise good.
Also referred to as a "Counting House" telescope. This is a wonderful table telescope in its original mahogany case, coming from a Collection in Shropshire, England. Tripod base, Circa 1880, lens
diameter 2 1/4" (5,5 cm), made from brass, iron and glass, scope measures: closed 37 1/2" (95 cm), fully extended 47" (120 cm) and 19" H (48 cm). Signed by maker Stanley, London, in working condition, slight chips at
lens in front, bumps in tube, traces of use and wear, otherwise good.
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