Small reflecting Gregorian telescope

Made:
1735-1806 in London
maker:
Thomas Ribright

Small reflecting Gregorian telescope, engraved Thomas Ribright, London Fecit, Brass caps both ends. [by J Ribright, in case - see note]

Details

Category:
Optics
Object Number:
1925-140
Materials:
copper (alloy), bronze (copper, tin alloy) and glass
Measurements:
overall: 40 mm x 195 mm x 43 mm, , .235kg
type:
telescope - gregorian, telescope - reflecting and instrument case
credit:
Stevens's Auction Rooms Ltd.

Parts

Leather cylindrical case for Gregorian telescope

Leather cylindrical case for Gregorian telescope

Cylindrical, oval section, leather case for pocket reflecting Gregorian telescope by Thomas Ribright, London, 1735-1806. Marked with owner's name, Mr Stewart, Hanover Street, London (?).

Materials:
leather
Object Number:
1925-140/2
type:
instrument case