This telescope is designed for display purposes only, although it does have a 32x magnification under certain conditions. It comes complete with its own tripod that can extend to 60" high. The scope is removable from the stand. The telescope is about 38" in total length. The lens cap is attached by a decorative chain. Although this item does function, it is not a high quality telescope.
A telescope collects electromagnetic radiation to help us look at far away objects in detail. The 17th century brought with it the first known functional telescopes which were created in the Netherlands. Giovanni Demisiani, the Greek mathematician first popularized the word telescope in 1611.
