A 3IN. REFLECTING TELESCOPE COMPENDIUM, ENGLISH, CIRCA 1820
unsigned, the 8in. tube with refracting star sight with crosshairs, rack and pinion secondary mirror adjustment, sprung-loaded speculum main mirror (associated), interchangeable secondary mirrors scratch inscribed 100 135 175; 45 66 86, tube cap, threaded folding tripod feet, three eyepieces, sprung-loaded quick release tripod support, contained within fitted wooden box of issue -- 9¾in. (24.7cm.) wide

Condition Report
Brass now tarnished as a consequence of loss of lacquer, but mirror is still bright and clear; secondary mirror contained in separate brass case within box.

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