3rd Nov, 2015 12:00

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

 
  Lot 184
 

184

[M] Ø A 9IN. VERNIER OCTANT BY CRICHTON & SON,...

Ø A 9IN. VERNIER OCTANT BY CRICHTON & SON, LONDON, CIRCA 1850
signed on the cross bar as per title and inscribed Made for A Baharie & Son Sunderland, scale divided to 100º, braced index arm, sighting tube mount, mirror shade, in fitted keystone box complete with accessories and arsenic green maker's label in lid with Great Exhibition label of 1851 and stamp for Baharie & Sons, -- 11¼ x 11½in. (28.5 x 29cm.)

Sold for £645
Estimated at £400 - £600

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report
Excellent 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.

 
Ø A 9IN. VERNIER OCTANT BY CRICHTON & SON, LONDON, CIRCA 1850
signed on the cross bar as per title and inscribed Made for A Baharie & Son Sunderland, scale divided to 100º, braced index arm, sighting tube mount, mirror shade, in fitted keystone box complete with accessories and arsenic green maker's label in lid with Great Exhibition label of 1851 and stamp for Baharie & Sons, -- 11¼ x 11½in. (28.5 x 29cm.)
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