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Gregorian reflecting telescope by James Short
POSTCARDS
postcard
Royal Observatory, Edinburgh; Roberton, W. J.
Europe: United Kingdom, Scotland, Edinburgh
1981
card
overall: 159 mm x 111 mm

Souvenir colour postcard depicting an 18th century Gregorian reflecting brass telescope (18 inch focus and 4 inch aperture) with stand by James Short, c.1758-9, then on display at the ROE Visitor Centre. Handwritten message from the donor on reverse.


2014.681

Gift of Mr Stuart Talbot, 2014



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