29th Apr, 2009 12:00

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

 
  Lot 211
 

211

[M] A 19TH-CENTURY 7IN. RADIUS VERNIER SEXTANT BY...

A 19TH-CENTURY 7IN. RADIUS VERNIER SEXTANT BY G. WHITBREAD, LONDON
the oxidised brass lattice frame with arc signed and numbered G. Whitbread 2201, silvered scale divided to 155°, rosewood handle, contained within a fitted mahogany box with accessories -- 10¾in. (27.5cm.) diameter; together with a pocket telescope, unsigned (2)
Estimated at £400 - £600

 
A 19TH-CENTURY 7IN. RADIUS VERNIER SEXTANT BY G. WHITBREAD, LONDON
the oxidised brass lattice frame with arc signed and numbered G. Whitbread 2201, silvered scale divided to 155°, rosewood handle, contained within a fitted mahogany box with accessories -- 10¾in. (27.5cm.) diameter; together with a pocket telescope, unsigned (2)
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