30th Apr, 2019 11:00

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

 
  Lot 195
 

195

[M] Ø A 9¼IN. RADIUS VERNIER OCTANT BY DOLLOND LONDON, CIRCA 1800

Ø A 9¼IN. RADIUS VERNIER OCTANT BY DOLLOND, LONDON, CIRCA 1800

signed as per title on the lacquered brass index arm, inset ivory scale divided to 95°, owner's plate with remnant inscription, oxidised brass double pinhole sight with swivelling shade, mirrors, two shades, note plate to reverse, three pin feet, contained within fitted stepped keystone box with securing hook -- 13in. (33cm.) wide

Estimated at £500 - £800

 

Ø A 9¼IN. RADIUS VERNIER OCTANT BY DOLLOND, LONDON, CIRCA 1800

signed as per title on the lacquered brass index arm, inset ivory scale divided to 95°, owner's plate with remnant inscription, oxidised brass double pinhole sight with swivelling shade, mirrors, two shades, note plate to reverse, three pin feet, contained within fitted stepped keystone box with securing hook -- 13in. (33cm.) wide

Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Hesperus'), 30th Apr, 2019

Pictures and Naval - 1-61

Sailor Art - 65-97

Shipwreck and East India Co. - 100-125

Collectables inc. Rowing, Liner and Fittings - 128-167

Instruments 170-249

Ship Models - 250-287

 

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