Antique library / astronomical telescope

This is an antique astronomical / library telescope for terrestrial or astronomical use c1870. This large Victorian telescope has a brass stem with iron cabriole triform legs. This telescope has seen use over its 140 years and has a few dings and dents but the objective lens and sight are in very good condition. The rack and pinion fine focus works effectively, and the spare lens has a dark filter.

The size of the instrument. Length: 98cm extending to 142cm (approx). The telescope is with its original fitted box. Overall a good looking and functional item or decorative piece. If you wish to return an item in the condition it was sent please advise me within 7 days of its receipt.

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This item is in the category "Antiques\Marine/Maritime". The seller is "tertiusarctos" and is located in Weston super Mare. This item can be shipped to United Kingdom, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Australia, United States, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Israel, Hong Kong, Norway, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Singapore, South Korea, Chile.

Primary Material: Brass
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Object Type: Telescope
Time Period, War: Victorian