Two 19th Century Brass Surveyor's Transits

Description:

Two 19th Century Brass Surveyor's Transits, both with 10-in. scopes, under mount levels, A-frames, dual vernier scales, and adjustable tripod mounts, housed in fitted boxes with retailer's labels, one instrument marked on silvered compass "H.M. Pool Easton, Mass.," and "Monson Academy/Monson, Mass./1871" on horizontal compass plate, other instrument compass reading "Sawyer & Hobby New York."
Estimate $300-500


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