6th Nov, 2018 11:00
Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Speedy')
215
Ø [M] Ø A 7½IN. RADIUS VERNIER SEXTANT BY BOTTOMLEY, LONDON, CIRCA 1890
Ø A 7½IN. RADIUS VERNIER SEXTANT BY BOTTOMLEY, LONDON, CIRCA 1890
the oxidised brass ladder frame with polished brass arc signed as per title and numbered 5039 and inscribed R.M. Harboard, R.N., inset silvered scale divided to 140º, vernier with magnifier, seven shades, two mirrors and ebony handle, contained within box of issue with arsenic green maker's label in lid and correction certificate from 1974, sighting tubes, box -- 11in. (28cm.) wide
Sold for £186
Estimated at £250 - £350
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
Ø A 7½IN. RADIUS VERNIER SEXTANT BY BOTTOMLEY, LONDON, CIRCA 1890
the oxidised brass ladder frame with polished brass arc signed as per title and numbered 5039 and inscribed R.M. Harboard, R.N., inset silvered scale divided to 140º, vernier with magnifier, seven shades, two mirrors and ebony handle, contained within box of issue with arsenic green maker's label in lid and correction certificate from 1974, sighting tubes, box -- 11in. (28cm.) wide
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Speedy'), 6th Nov, 2018
Page turning catalogue here
Downloadable bid form here
Main View and Sale Venue:
25 Blythe Road
London, W14 0PD
Large Object View and Post-Sale Collection:
6 Imperial Studios
3-11 Imperial Road
London, SW6 2AG
Press enquiries: Suzanne Trisk press@charlesmillerltd.com
Viewing
Saturday, 3rd November
(12noon-5pm)
Sunday, 4th November
(12noon-5pm)
Monday, 5th November
(10am-5pm)
Tuesday, 6th November
(10am-11am - limited view only)
