Night telescope (non-achromatic) made by J. and W. Watkins

Made:
1784-1798 in London
maker:
Jeremiah & Walter Watkins
Night telescope (non-achromatic) made by J. and W

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Night telescope (non-achromatic) made by J. and W
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Night telescope (non-achromatic) made by J. and W. Watkins, London. Object glass 2 3/4" diameter, focal length 27 inches. Said to have been the property of Admiral Lord Nelson

Details

Category:
Optics
Object Number:
1869-1
type:
telescope - nautical and telescope - refracting
credit:
Maitland, W.H.