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Antique Telescope, Five Draw Terrestrial
Antique Telescope, Five Draw Terrestrial Refractor, Banks of London Circa 1820
This is an antique telescope, a five draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An English Georgian piece dating to circa 1820.
Perfect for birdwatching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky. Supplied ready to enjoy Fully inspected and lenses cleaned by our in-house restorer.
Larger than most presenting a clear, sharp optical performance
Parallel, fruitwood, primary barrel in good order
Five brass draw tubes in good order, superficial dinks and marks
47mm, 1.75", achromatic doublet objective lens
Presents a good, sharp and bright image
Supplied with an London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display
Engraved 'Banks, 441 Strand London,Inst.. Maker to HRH the Prince of Wales'
The Prince of Wales in this case being George IV
An historic, period piece as good to use today as it was two hundred years ago.
Dimensions:
Max Drawn Length: 103.5cm (40.75'')
Length Closed: 25cm (9.75'')
Objective Glass Diameter: 4.7cm (1.75'')
About Banks of London, 440 & 441 Strand
Robert Banks, or Bancks, was born in the United Kingdom in the 18th century brother of Anthony Oldiss Bancks.
His profession as a mathematical instrument maker, optician and optical instrument maker traded from the Strand in London, England initially from 440 Strand from 1795 - 1804 then later from 441 between 1805 and 1830.
The quality of Banks' work was recognised affording the firm the privilege of supplying the then Prince of Wales, George IV and the grant to engrave this upon their instruments.
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Our Ref: 18.5064
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This is an antique telescope, a five draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An English Georgian piece dating to circa 1820.
Perfect for birdwatching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky. Supplied ready to enjoy Fully inspected and lenses cleaned by our in-house restorer.
Larger than most presenting a clear, sharp optical performance
Parallel, fruitwood, primary barrel in good order
Five brass draw tubes in good order, superficial dinks and marks
47mm, 1.75", achromatic doublet objective lens
Presents a good, sharp and bright image
Supplied with an London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display
Engraved 'Banks, 441 Strand London,Inst.. Maker to HRH the Prince of Wales'
The Prince of Wales in this case being George IV
An historic, period piece as good to use today as it was two hundred years ago.
Dimensions:
Max Drawn Length: 103.5cm (40.75'')
Length Closed: 25cm (9.75'')
Objective Glass Diameter: 4.7cm (1.75'')
About Banks of London, 440 & 441 Strand
Robert Banks, or Bancks, was born in the United Kingdom in the 18th century brother of Anthony Oldiss Bancks.
His profession as a mathematical instrument maker, optician and optical instrument maker traded from the Strand in London, England initially from 440 Strand from 1795 - 1804 then later from 441 between 1805 and 1830.
The quality of Banks' work was recognised affording the firm the privilege of supplying the then Prince of Wales, George IV and the grant to engrave this upon their instruments.
We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.
We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.
Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.
Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.
Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.
Our Ref: 18.5064
Free delivery to most of the. U. K. & fast worldwide shipping
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 12/DEC/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.
Period Early 19th Century Antiques
Material Brass
Origin British
Item code as272a2805 / 18.5064
Status Sold
£850.00
$1078.65
€1029.86
$
€
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Somerset
TA2 6NS
Tel : 02071833511
or : 07889 725 975
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