Mathematical instruments

Mathematical instruments (undated) comprising three wooden rules, one of which is inscribed with the name of the Maker: 'Gilbert and Gilkerson Tower Hill'; and one rule of which is thought to be a navigational instrument. The larger of the rules is a sliding rule.

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Object details

ID: MKY/2
Type: Manuscript
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Mackay, Andrew
Date made: c.1760-1809; Undated
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: 1 object box (3 rules)
Parts: Mackay, Doctor Andrew, Astronomer, c.1760-1809. (Manuscript)