Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Crozet's Nickel-plated Protractor and Full Circular Protractor, W. & L.E. Gurley, c. 1880, 9 1/2-in. wide instrument housed in its original box with label, both instruments marked "W. & L.E. Gurley/West Troy New York."
Provenance: The collection of William H. Skerritt.
Note: This instrument was invented by an officer in the U.S. Engineer's Corps and was touted as the most highly developed of all protractors.
Estimate $300-500
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Keywords
William H. SkerrittJonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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