Gill Telescope
30 cm (12 inch)
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Index:
Summary;
History;
Current;
Technical;
Source.
In brief
Important Contribution:
None
Description:
This telescope was never in South Africa. David Gill in Scotland used it.The importanceof the telescope is that Gill made it himself and that it helped to start him on his career.
Historical Background
Owner:
David
Gill
Where Located:
Aberdeen Scotland (private Observatory)
Current Information
Present Location:
Calton Hill Observatory (Scotland?)
Owner:
Status:
Declared Historical Instrument.
Condition:
Technical Details
Type: Reflector
Aperture: 12 inch (30.4 cm)
Focal Length: 10 feet (304.8 cm)
Mirror: Silvered Speculum
Mounting: Made by Gill.
Attachments:
Manufacturer:David
Gill
Sources
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Documentation:
Pictorial Sources:
Bibliography:
- Moore, P. & Collins, P., Astronomy in Southern Africa, p. 73. (General Source)
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