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Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
April 12, 2019 10:00 AMCalender
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Hugo Harttmann Vernier Compass

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$461$375
Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 3230MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: April 12, 2019 10:00AM

Description:

Hugo Harttmann Vernier Compass, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, lacquered brass instrument with 6 1/2-in. dia. engraved dial reading "Hugo Harttmann/Maker/Philadelphia," blued-steel needle with needle lifter on underside, outkeeper, and dual spirit levels.

Note: Hugo Hartmann is listed as an instrument maker at 330 Noble St., Philadelphia, between 1853 and 1856. From 1857 to 1859 he is listed as an instrument maker at 63 Dock St.
Estimate $300-500


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Hugo Hartmann, Philadelphia