Isaac Newton's reflecting telescope Size:XS: 20 x 15cm rose and thistle

rose and thistle

The reverse is variously inscribed and printed with the same information as on the front mount and additionally an armorial badge with the motto 'SPERO MELIORA' and information on ordering print copies

schoolgirls did needlework and domestic science but today (23rd January 1968) a few girls have lessons in car maintenance in their school rota

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Isaac Newton's reflecting telescope Size:XS: 20 x 15cm rose and thistleIsaac Newton's reflecting telescope. The telescope consists of two tubes, one sliding inside the other to focus the mirrors. The tubes are made from layers of paper or cardboard and the upper tube is covered with a layer of decorative vellum. There are two eyepiece holes, one of which is blocked with cork. The inside of the tubes have been painted black and the secondary mirror is positioned inside. 1671