anisotropic glass specimens

Title

anisotropic glass specimens

Identifier

ABDNP:200630a

Description

Specimens for observing strain-induced anistropy in polarised llight. 3 wooden frames each inset with a anisotropic glass specimen of different shape; flower, circular, octagonal shapes.

Date

1840-1855

Format

height 16mm, length 141mm, width 49mm
Prisms diam. 35mm
wood, glass

Coverage

5 Charing Cross, London, England

Creator

Watkins & Hill Opticians (Francis Watkins & William Hill)