British Royal Navy Admiral Telescope Circa 1840

Telescope of Sir Edmund Lyons, 1st Baron Lyons, GCB, GCMG, eminent British admiral of the Royal Navy. This long-barreled scope is covered in fine brown leather. The brasses are nickel-plated. Engraved: "Sir Edmund Lyons" and "A. Ross, London." Admiral Lyons was a big part of naval operations in the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov (1854-1856). There is a book about him, published in 1898, is included.

Weight:    4 lbs.
Overall Dimensions:    43"W (open) x 2 1/2"Diame.
Made:   English
Material: Brass, Leather    
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