Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 2723TLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: April 29, 2014 10:00AM
Description:
John Bliss & Co. Taffrail Log, 110 Wall Street, New York, the brass instrument with enameled dial marked John Bliss Taffrail with three recording dials, four fins, swivel tip and new line, all housed in a fitted box with original label and retail stamp reading in part: S. Thaxter & Son, Boston, lg. 10 in.
Estimate $300-500
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