Telescope
Date1740-1760
Classification(s)
Object TypeTelescope
Registration NumberMMM 004557
DescriptionMid 18th century card bodied refracting Telescope covered with parchment decorated with flowers; eye-piece missing; includes rings made of turtle.Material
Paper, parchment, metal, turtle
Dimensions67.5cm x 4.5cm (open)Alternate ID Numbers
- EEA Norway Grant: EEA.1857
- HM Object Number: 82875
- Inventory Card: 25992-3
Online Collections
MuseumMalta Maritime Museum
Public Access
On viewLocation
- Malta Maritime Museum, Ground Floor
Navigation and Timekeeping / Time Measuring Devices