A FINE 12IN. RADIUS DOUBLE-FRAMED VERNIER SEXTANT BY TROUGHTON, LONDON, CIRCA 1800
the oxidised-brass frame with polished-brass arc signed as per title and divided to 140º, Vernier scale with magnifier, sighting tubes, mirrors, four shades, contained within original wooden fitted keystone case, together with counter-weighted pillar support and accessories, the lid with trade label for John Bruce of Liverpool -- case 17in. (43cm.) square

Condition Report
Unrestored, uncleaned. Sextant lacking secondary shades, stand lacking two of the levelling screw heads in feet.

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