17th Jul, 2008 12:00
Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Phoenix)
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[M] A late 19th Century 7in. radius vernier...
A late 19th Century 7in. radius vernier sextant by Hennessy
with oxidised brass oval frame, polished arc signed B.R. Hennessy, Swansea, silvered scale divided to 160°, rosewood handle and pin feet, contained within a fitted box with sighting tubes, trade label for 'McGregor & Co. Glasgow' and brass plaque in lid engraved Rt Roberts
the box 10¾in. (27.5cm.) diameter.
with oxidised brass oval frame, polished arc signed B.R. Hennessy, Swansea, silvered scale divided to 160°, rosewood handle and pin feet, contained within a fitted box with sighting tubes, trade label for 'McGregor & Co. Glasgow' and brass plaque in lid engraved Rt Roberts
the box 10¾in. (27.5cm.) diameter.
Sold for £310
Estimated at £300 - £500
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
A late 19th Century 7in. radius vernier sextant by Hennessy
with oxidised brass oval frame, polished arc signed B.R. Hennessy, Swansea, silvered scale divided to 160°, rosewood handle and pin feet, contained within a fitted box with sighting tubes, trade label for 'McGregor & Co. Glasgow' and brass plaque in lid engraved Rt Roberts
the box 10¾in. (27.5cm.) diameter.
with oxidised brass oval frame, polished arc signed B.R. Hennessy, Swansea, silvered scale divided to 160°, rosewood handle and pin feet, contained within a fitted box with sighting tubes, trade label for 'McGregor & Co. Glasgow' and brass plaque in lid engraved Rt Roberts
the box 10¾in. (27.5cm.) diameter.
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Phoenix), 17th Jul, 2008
