1977/004
16 in dumpy level in bronzed brass
16 in dumpy level in bronzed brass with longitudinal bubble and circular level over telescope mounted on a broad circular bearing on a tripod foot with tribrach. 3-screw levelling head.
For the tripod see https://ice-museum-scotland.hw.ac.uk/product/1977-004-1/.
Used for measuring vertical distance between points in conjunction with a levelling staff.
| Acquisition Number | 1977/004 |
|---|---|
| Item Type | |
| Short Description | Dumpy level |
| Manufactured by | |
| Date of Manufacture | c.1930 |
| Sub-items | Box and tripod (in Store Room) |
| Supporting Items | None |
| Makers Number | None |
| Marks | "KELVIN & JAMES WHITE/GLASGOW & LONDON" and "No 16 1170 x". |
| Dimensions (mm) | Box: 488 (L) x 245 (W) x 187 (H) |
| Donor | |
| Date Donated | December 1977 |
| Materials | Bronzed brass |
| Condition | Good |
| Display Location |
