Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Four Precision Scientific Instruments, mahogany-cased Ashcroft Manufacturing nickel-plated "Coffin Planimeter," no. 2352, an E.R. Watts & Son Cotton-type MK II rangefinder, no. 6317, a cased Jaquet tachometer speed indicator marked on dial "H.H. Sticht Co. New York," with original paper instruction label, and Coradi Zurich rolling planimeter housed in the original purple felt-lined case.
Estimate $200-400
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
Son Cotton-type, ZurichStephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
From early timekeeping devices to precision regulators, the Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments department covers centuries of invention and function with trusted appraisals and world-competitive auctions.