Double Frame Brass Sextant

Description:

Double Frame Brass Sextant, London, 19th century, no. 2175, the double "A"-frame with inset silvered scale and marked "Taylor 105 Minories London," sliding index arm with vernier and magnifier, multiple sun shades, horizon mirror, ebonized wood handle, in a fitted oak box with three brass eyepieces, and interior label reading in part "Samuel Thaxter & Son/Boston."
Estimate $800-1,200


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