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LevelItem
TitleDiagram, 'A new levell' by Chr [Christopher] Wren
Date[1667]
DescriptionA diagram of Wren's invention of a new level, accompanied by a caption describing its use. The level is constructed of a concave glass placed on a foot with a ball and socket allowing it to turn. A drop of quicksilver [mercury] can be placed on it to find the any azimuth.

Subject: Physics

Produced at the Royal Society on 14 March 1667.
Extent2p
FormatDiagram
PhysicalDescriptionInk on paper
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AccessStatusOpen
RelatedRecordRBC/2/92
RBO/3/53
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CodePersonNameDates
NA8299Wren; Sir; Christopher (1632 - 1723); architect, astronomer, and mathematician1632 - 1723
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