Description

Offered for sale is this beautiful antique lecture demonstration brass Gyroscope from late 19th Century – c1870-1890

It’s made of Brass, steel, and another allow for the spinning gyroscope – this looks like a copper/brass alloy.

This gyroscope is held in a U-shaped frame from which a circular mount is attached.  The mount then holds the heavy gyroscope disc which is attached by an axis to the top and bottom and can be spun to high resolution by means of winding a string around the axis.   

This is a lovely display desk or cabinet item. 

Rarity:  These do become available from time to time, but not overly common. 
Period: Victorian
Style: Early lecture demonstration
Material:  Brass, steel, and another allow for the spinning gyroscope – this looks like a copper/brass alloy

Height: 290mm 
Width:  77mm for the gyroscope diameter,  115mm at the base,  145mm for the support at the top 

Condition: Good.  Some tarnishing/patina of the metal.  

Shipping  and shipping costs:  The listed price does not include shipping costs.  Please contact us for shipping costs to your location.  To ensure the item arrives safe and sound, we only use reputable couriers with tracking, insurance, and signature required.