17th Jul, 2008 12:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Phoenix)

 
  Lot 66
 

66

[M] A fine marine-themed trophy presentation clock...

A fine marine-themed trophy presentation clock and aneroid barometer desk set
modelled in brass as a double 12-spoke helm with the 3¼in. diameter instruments placed at the hub, the barometer signed Jones & Sons, the helm set on a capstan and inscribed on the rim BEAUMARIS REGATTA JULY 30: 1877. WON BY "CORAL". CHARLES H. BELOE., surmounted with a gimballed compass, the whole rotating on a ratcheted base fixed to a malachite base

11¾in. (30cm.) high overall.
Estimated at £1,500 - £2,000

 
A fine marine-themed trophy presentation clock and aneroid barometer desk set
modelled in brass as a double 12-spoke helm with the 3¼in. diameter instruments placed at the hub, the barometer signed Jones & Sons, the helm set on a capstan and inscribed on the rim BEAUMARIS REGATTA JULY 30: 1877. WON BY "CORAL". CHARLES H. BELOE., surmounted with a gimballed compass, the whole rotating on a ratcheted base fixed to a malachite base

11¾in. (30cm.) high overall.
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