A RARE ROCKET BOX, UNDERSTOOD TO BE FROM PENLEE LIFEBOAT STATION, CIRCA 1890
constructed in yellow pine of conical form, the lid with copper hinges and hasp edged in leather, the interior lined with hemp, brass drop handles to sides -- 22in. (56cm.) high; together with associated breeches buoy equipment comprising a hinged carry block with brass rollers, a hawser cutter, a Schermuly line launching pistol and a hawser tally board in four languages, together with historical data
(5)
Sold for £992
Estimated at £600 - £800
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
A RARE ROCKET BOX, UNDERSTOOD TO BE FROM PENLEE LIFEBOAT STATION, CIRCA 1890
constructed in yellow pine of conical form, the lid with copper hinges and hasp edged in leather, the interior lined with hemp, brass drop handles to sides -- 22in. (56cm.) high; together with associated breeches buoy equipment comprising a hinged carry block with brass rollers, a hawser cutter, a Schermuly line launching pistol and a hawser tally board in four languages, together with historical data
(5)
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Zephyr), 2nd Nov, 2021
Mercantile (Sail) – 1-92A
Mercantile (Steam) – 93-151
Naval (Sail) – 155-236
Naval (Steam) – 240-340
Navigation & Scientific Instruments – 341-392
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