6th Nov, 2018 11:00
Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Speedy')
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[M] A RARE COMPASS GALVANOMETER BY SIEMENS & HALSKE, BERLIN, CIRCA 1870
A RARE COMPASS GALVANOMETER BY SIEMENS & HALSKE, BERLIN, CIRCA 1870
constructed in lacquered brass, the compass with 4in. silvered dial signed as per title and numbered 183, black steeled needle with pivot and needle clamp, secured to rotating pedestal with numbered electrical contacts behind, secured to porcelain base numbered 43211234, with threaded terminus points to circular field, mounted to tri-form adjustable base with threaded securing clamp -- 11in. (28cm.) high
Sold for £620
Estimated at £500 - £800
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
A RARE COMPASS GALVANOMETER BY SIEMENS & HALSKE, BERLIN, CIRCA 1870
constructed in lacquered brass, the compass with 4in. silvered dial signed as per title and numbered 183, black steeled needle with pivot and needle clamp, secured to rotating pedestal with numbered electrical contacts behind, secured to porcelain base numbered 43211234, with threaded terminus points to circular field, mounted to tri-form adjustable base with threaded securing clamp -- 11in. (28cm.) high
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)
