Carpenter & Westley Astronomical Slides

Description:

Carpenter & Westley Astronomical Slides, 24 Regent St., London, 19th century, no. 1, 2, and 3, mahogany frames with printed maker's label reading Moveable Astronomical Slides, geared brass mechanisms with rosewood-handled key, lg. 7 in.
Estimate $200-400

no. 1 is not functiona, has broken key arm


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