Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Young & Sons Surveyor's Transit, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, c. 1900, 10-in. scope with level below, "A"-frame supports, vertical arch divided 0-60 with vernier, 4 3/4-in. dia. compass marked "Young & Sons/Philadelphia" with fleur-de-lis representing north, opposing vernier apertures and single spirit level, mounted to a four-screw adjustable base with rectangular plate, ht. 11 in.
Provenance: Richard Miller Collection.
Estimate $200-300
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Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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