Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Gregg & Rupp Vernier Surveyor's Compass, William T. Gregg and Michael Rupp, New York, second half 19th century, 5-in. silvered dial with floral engraved center wreath, fleur-de-lis representing north, dual spirit levels, and fine adjustment knob, housed in the original mahogany box, lg. 15 in.
Estimate $400-600
case has overall damage, case lid needs to reattached, and rear of case needs to be reglued
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Keywords
Michael Rupp, William T. GreggJonathan 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.