Patt 1152
This azimuth circle has the general shape of an anchor without the crossbar at the top. The prism has a notched sight and a line down the centre. There is one circular filter. Both prism and filter can be moved by the same milled screw. At opposite end to prism there is a moveable flange that can be opened and shut to secure circle to compass.
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Object details
| ID: | ACO0619 |
|---|---|
| Type: | Azimuth sighting instrument |
| Display location: | Not on display |
| Creator: | Unknown |
| Date made: | circa 1938 |
| Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Admiralty Compass Observatory |
| Measurements: | Overall: 38 mm x 215 mm x 32 mm |