30th Apr, 2019 11:00
Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Hesperus')
200
[M] A 4IN. RADIUS VERNIER SEXTANT BY CARY, LONDON, CIRCA 1893
A 4IN. RADIUS VERNIER SEXTANT BY CARY, LONDON, CIRCA 1893
the oxidised brass T-frame with polished arc signed and inscribed Cary London 1089, with inset silver scale divided to 150°, vernier with swivel magnifier, mirrors, six shades, pin feet and wooden handle with stand escutcheon, contained within fitted wooden box with accessories including three sighting tubes and the lid inset with test certificate dated 1893 – 7in. (18cm.) diam
Sold for £992
Estimated at £600 - £800
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
A 4IN. RADIUS VERNIER SEXTANT BY CARY, LONDON, CIRCA 1893
the oxidised brass T-frame with polished arc signed and inscribed Cary London 1089, with inset silver scale divided to 150°, vernier with swivel magnifier, mirrors, six shades, pin feet and wooden handle with stand escutcheon, contained within fitted wooden box with accessories including three sighting tubes and the lid inset with test certificate dated 1893 – 7in. (18cm.) diam
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
Viewing
Saturday, 27th April
(12noon - 5pm)
Sunday, 28th April
(12noon - 5pm)
Monday, 29th April
(10am - 5pm)
Tuesday, 30th April
(10am - 11am (limited view only))
