30th Apr, 2019 11:00
Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Hesperus')
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[M] A COPPER AND BRASS BOAT BINNACLE COMPASS BY DENT, CIRCA 1840
A COPPER AND BRASS BOAT BINNACLE COMPASS BY DENT, CIRCA 1840
the 2½in. card with jewel pivot mounted within liquid filled bowl, the rim inscribed in copperplate DENT'S Patent Liquid Compass No. 1452, 61 Strand London, gimbal-mounted within copper housing with gimbal securing switch to front, bevelled glass to port, folding carry handle and hinged lighting compartment containing burner with lower drawer with spare wicks and reflector, the back with hanging bracket -- 8½ x 6½in. (21.5 x 16.5cm.)
Sold for £620
Estimated at £500 - £800
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
A COPPER AND BRASS BOAT BINNACLE COMPASS BY DENT, CIRCA 1840
the 2½in. card with jewel pivot mounted within liquid filled bowl, the rim inscribed in copperplate DENT'S Patent Liquid Compass No. 1452, 61 Strand London, gimbal-mounted within copper housing with gimbal securing switch to front, bevelled glass to port, folding carry handle and hinged lighting compartment containing burner with lower drawer with spare wicks and reflector, the back with hanging bracket -- 8½ x 6½in. (21.5 x 16.5cm.)
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Hesperus'), 30th Apr, 2019
Pictures and Naval - 1-61
Sailor Art - 65-97
Shipwreck and East India Co. - 100-125
Collectables inc. Rowing, Liner and Fittings - 128-167
Instruments 170-249
Ship Models - 250-287
Viewing
Saturday, 27th April
(12noon - 5pm)
Sunday, 28th April
(12noon - 5pm)
Monday, 29th April
(10am - 5pm)
Tuesday, 30th April
(10am - 11am (limited view only))
