Astronomical Reckoner
Circular instrument of black and grey painted metal with black plastic fittings, with perspex disc 4.9" (12.5cm) diameter at centre. Two prismatic eyepieces are attached to a jointed arm which is mounted on edge of instrument. Supplied with a black silk cover and electric lead and plug.
In grey painted wooden box 9.8 x 9.8 x8.25" (25 x 25 x21cm).
In grey painted wooden box 9.8 x 9.8 x8.25" (25 x 25 x21cm).
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Object Details
| ID: | ACO1275 |
|---|---|
| Type: | Astronomical Reckoner |
| Display location: | Not on display |
| Creator: | Unknown |
| Date made: | circa 1940 |
| Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Admiralty Compass Observatory |
| Measurements: | Overall: 180 mm; Diameter: 220 mm |