Watkins & Hill Double-frame Brass Sextant

Description:

Watkins & Hill Double-frame Brass Sextant, Charing Cross, London, mid-19th century, 9 1/2-in. double A-frame with slivered scale calibrated 0-150 and marked as above, sliding index arm with vernier, and magnifier, multiple sunshades, horizon mirror, and rosewood handle, all in a fitted mahogany box with additional eyepieces.
Estimate $800-1,200


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