4th Edition Collection

Smyths parallactic ladder mount. This device was devised by the British optician and instrument maker George Dolland (1774-1852) and presented to the British astronomer William Henry Smyth (1788-1865)

Venus and a star, transit observation
Venus and a star. The planet Venus (right, crescent) and a star (point, left), as seen in a transit instrument. A transit instrument is used to measure the positions of celestial objects as they

Paris Observatory telescope. Cutaway artwork of an astronomer operating the equatorial coude of the Paris Observatory, France

Grubb equatorial telescope, Hungary
Grubb equatorial telescope. This reflector telescope, made by the Grubb Telescope Company) is shown on its equatorial mount

Transit instrument, Fernhill Observatory, Isle of Wight, UK. A transit instrument is used to measure the positions of celestial objects as they transit a pre-defined point

Smyths parallactic ladder framework
Smyths parallactic ladder mount, details of the frame. This device was devised by the British optician and instrument maker George Dolland (1774-1852)

Twin telescope, Tulse Hill Observatory. This twin telescope, on an equatorial mount, was operated by the British astronomer William Huggins (1824-1910) at his observatory at his home in Tulse Hill

12. 25-inch telescope, Edinburgh
12.25-inch telescope, Royal Observatory, Edinburgh, Scotland. This reflector telescope is on an equatorial mount. It was donated in 1888 by Lord Lindsay (James Ludovic Lindsay)

Paris Observatory meridian circle, Paris, France. This instrument, also called a transit circle, is used to observe the moment a star or other celestial object passes the meridian

Lassell Dome at Greenwich, 19th century
Lassell Dome at Greenwich. 19th-century artwork of the 30-foot (9.1 metres) Lassell Dome at the Royal Observatory, Greenwich, UK

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The 4th edition of astronomical wonders takes us on a journey through time and space. From the mesmerizing Smyths parallactic ladder mount, which allowed astronomers to explore celestial bodies with ease, to the captivating Venus and star transit observation that unveiled secrets of our solar system. The Paris Observatory telescope stood tall as a symbol of scientific progress, while the Grubb equatorial telescope in Hungary expanded our understanding of distant galaxies. At Fernhill Observatory, the transit instrument enabled precise measurements and groundbreaking discoveries. Meanwhile, the innovative Smyths parallactic ladder framework revolutionized stargazing techniques across observatories worldwide. The Twin telescope at Tulse Hill Observatory provided an unparalleled view into deep space mysteries. In Edinburgh's 12. 25-inch telescope, astronomers marveled at cosmic wonders beyond imagination. And let's not forget about the Paris Observatory meridian circle – a testament to humanity's quest for knowledge and precision. Lastly, we delve into history with the Lassell Dome at Greenwich from the 19th century – a place where pioneers pushed boundaries and unlocked new frontiers in astronomy. Join us as we celebrate these remarkable instruments that have shaped our understanding of the universe throughout this awe-inspiring 4th edition.