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Binoculars used by balloonist T.S.C. Lowe during the Civil War
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Miscellaneous
Physical Description
Black metal field glasses, double telescope; 10 inches high x 4 inches wide.
Dimensions
Approximate: 5.4 x 25.4 x 11.75cm (2 1/8in. x 10in. x 4 5/8in.) Materials
Steel, Skin, Brass, Glass Inventory Number
A19310041000
Credit Line
Donated by the Heirs of Thaddeus C. Lowe
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Open Access (CCO)
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