20th Apr, 2011 12:00
Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Princess)
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[M] A RARE 18TH-CENTURY POCKET BEARING...
A RARE 18TH-CENTURY POCKET BEARING COMPASS
unsigned, the steel pin with brass foot, loosely mounted blued-steel needle marked 'N' and 'S', contained within original lignum vitæ bulb case with threaded cap -- 2½in. (6.4cm.) high
unsigned, the steel pin with brass foot, loosely mounted blued-steel needle marked 'N' and 'S', contained within original lignum vitæ bulb case with threaded cap -- 2½in. (6.4cm.) high
Sold for £310
Estimated at £200 - £300
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
A RARE 18TH-CENTURY POCKET BEARING COMPASS
unsigned, the steel pin with brass foot, loosely mounted blued-steel needle marked 'N' and 'S', contained within original lignum vitæ bulb case with threaded cap -- 2½in. (6.4cm.) high
unsigned, the steel pin with brass foot, loosely mounted blued-steel needle marked 'N' and 'S', contained within original lignum vitæ bulb case with threaded cap -- 2½in. (6.4cm.) high
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Princess), 20th Apr, 2011
