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James Foster, optician, mathematical instrument maker, 71 King Street West, Toronto, Ont.

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James Foster, optician, mathematical instrument maker, 71 King Street West, Toronto, Ont.

Date1899

Names

James Foster (Firm) (author)

Format

Ephemera

Subject

Scientific apparatus and instruments

Optical instruments

Mathematical instruments

Medium

Undefined

Dimensions22 x 14.3 cm, 1Pages (8 11/16 x 5 5/8 in.)

Language

CollectionBaldwin Collection of Canadiana

Usage Rights Public Domain (Learn More)

Call Number / Accession Number1899-FOSTER-SB

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