24th Nov, 2020 10:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Venerable)

 
Lot 290
 

290

[M] A SET OF PORTABLE SCALES FOR THE COUNTY OF KENT BY W.T AVERY, CIRCA 1900 + weights

A SET OF PORTABLE SCALES FOR THE COUNTY OF KENT BY W.T AVERY, CIRCA 1900

constructed in lacquered brass and signed on the crossbar, contained in fitted wooden case with baseboard inside lid, brass label inscribed County of Kent to the outside, securing hooks and leather carry handle -- 19½in. (45.5cm.) wide; together with an associated set of 1, 2, 4 and 7lb bell weights with test marks from 1901, in fitted leather holdall with three fine-scale sets in wooden cases

Sold for £397
Estimated at £250 - £350

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report

Sold as seen. Scales in good overall condition. Weight sets all incomplete.

We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.

 

A SET OF PORTABLE SCALES FOR THE COUNTY OF KENT BY W.T AVERY, CIRCA 1900

constructed in lacquered brass and signed on the crossbar, contained in fitted wooden case with baseboard inside lid, brass label inscribed County of Kent to the outside, securing hooks and leather carry handle -- 19½in. (45.5cm.) wide; together with an associated set of 1, 2, 4 and 7lb bell weights with test marks from 1901, in fitted leather holdall with three fine-scale sets in wooden cases

Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Venerable), 24th Nov, 2020

Mercantile : 1-98

Naval : 101-179

Instruments : 181-295

Printed catalogues available at £20 (+P&P)

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THIS SALE WILL BE CONDUCTED LIVE ONLINE ONLY

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  • The-Saleroom.com – charges 5% of the hammer price
  • Invaluable.com – charges 3% of the hammer price

 

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