5th Nov, 2019 11:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Superb')

 
  Lot 115
 

115

[M] A PAIR OF ADMIRALTY PATTERN BINOCULARS, CIRCA 1940; together with two other instruments

A PAIR OF ADMIRALTY PATTERN BINOCULARS, CIRCA 1940

unmarked, with leatherette covered tubes, adjustable eye-pieces and straps, one eye-piece E=13 3 X G. -- 9¾in. (25cm.) high; together with modern micrometer sextant by Heath & Co. contained in box with test certificate for 26th July 1957; and a range-finder by E.E. Watts & Son

(3)

Provenance: Alan Villiers and thence by descent.

Sold for £347
Estimated at £150 - £250

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report

Leather starting to lift from right-hand tube, optically fine. Generally wear commensurate with age. Other items fine overall condition.

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 PAIR OF ADMIRALTY PATTERN BINOCULARS, CIRCA 1940

unmarked, with leatherette covered tubes, adjustable eye-pieces and straps, one eye-piece E=13 3 X G. -- 9¾in. (25cm.) high; together with modern micrometer sextant by Heath & Co. contained in box with test certificate for 26th July 1957; and a range-finder by E.E. Watts & Son

(3)

Provenance: Alan Villiers and thence by descent.

Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Superb'), 5th Nov, 2019

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Main view and sale venue: 
Olympia Auctions
25 Blythe Road
London
W14 0PD

Large object view
6 Imperial Studios
3-11 Imperial Road
London
SW6 2AG

 

 

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