Not on display

The Pyramid and Reversible Gyroscopic Top

Gyroscopic Top
1880-1900 (manufactured)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

The Pyramid and Reversible Gyroscopic Top consists of a top, with additional attachment, wooden stand and cardboard box. The top is of metal, painted green, with brass attachment. The box lid is covered with green paper with a label showing illustrations of how the top can be used as well as the title.

Object details

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Object type
Parts
This object consists of 4 parts.

  • Gyroscopic Top
  • Stand
  • Attachment
  • Box
TitleThe Pyramid and Reversible Gyroscopic Top (manufacturer's title)
Brief description
The Pyramid and Reversible Gyroscopic Top made in England in the late 19th century
Physical description
The Pyramid and Reversible Gyroscopic Top consists of a top, with additional attachment, wooden stand and cardboard box. The top is of metal, painted green, with brass attachment. The box lid is covered with green paper with a label showing illustrations of how the top can be used as well as the title.
Production typeMass produced
Credit line
Given by Mrs Fowler-Dixon
Subject depicted
Collection
Accession number
MISC.46 to C-1971

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Record createdFebruary 23, 2004
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