Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
William Wurdemann U.S. Engineer Bureau Level No. 2, Washington, DC, c. 1864, 18-in. lacquered brass scope with fine adjustment knob, and spirit level below, anodized frame with left/right fine adjustment, circular bubble level, and three-screw adjustable base, fitted in its original box with plaque reading as above.
Provenance: Richard Miller Collection.
Estimate $200-300
one hinge needs to be re-set
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Richard Miller, Washington, DCJonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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