20th Apr, 2011 12:00
Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Princess)
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[M] A GOOD LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH-CENTURY 7IN....
A GOOD LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH-CENTURY 7IN. RADIUS VERNIER BELL-FRAMED SEXTANT BY HEATH & CO LTD, LONDON
the oxidised-brass frame with polished brass arc, signed and inscribed as per title and numbered U57 David P Larham, scale divided to 155º, contained within original fitted case, complete with accessories including binoculars, sighting tubes etc., test certificate for 1920, further contained within original leather travelling case with gilt-embossed maker's marks -- 12 x 11in. (30.5 x 28cm.)
the oxidised-brass frame with polished brass arc, signed and inscribed as per title and numbered U57 David P Larham, scale divided to 155º, contained within original fitted case, complete with accessories including binoculars, sighting tubes etc., test certificate for 1920, further contained within original leather travelling case with gilt-embossed maker's marks -- 12 x 11in. (30.5 x 28cm.)
Sold for £992
Estimated at £400 - £600
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
A GOOD LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH-CENTURY 7IN. RADIUS VERNIER BELL-FRAMED SEXTANT BY HEATH & CO LTD, LONDON
the oxidised-brass frame with polished brass arc, signed and inscribed as per title and numbered U57 David P Larham, scale divided to 155º, contained within original fitted case, complete with accessories including binoculars, sighting tubes etc., test certificate for 1920, further contained within original leather travelling case with gilt-embossed maker's marks -- 12 x 11in. (30.5 x 28cm.)
the oxidised-brass frame with polished brass arc, signed and inscribed as per title and numbered U57 David P Larham, scale divided to 155º, contained within original fitted case, complete with accessories including binoculars, sighting tubes etc., test certificate for 1920, further contained within original leather travelling case with gilt-embossed maker's marks -- 12 x 11in. (30.5 x 28cm.)
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Princess), 20th Apr, 2011
