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2286
$296.25

TWO BOXED SEXTANTS.

19th and 20th century. First, an English brass sextant with label of “Heath & Co, London” impressed with serial number 9494. Six colored lenses and a custom fitted mahogany case. Second, 20th century German sextant marked “FREIBERGER PRAZISIONSMECHANIK” impressed with serial number 793071. Additionally marked with initials “DSRK” in a circle. Name of retailer on decal attached to instrument “E.VION Paris”. Sextant comprised of anodized metal with orig fitted box. Probably 3rd quarter 20th century. Appears to be in very fine orig condition. SIZE: 1) 8-1/2″ w x 9″ l 2) 11-1/2″ l x 9″ w PROVENANCE: From a private Massachusetts collection CONDITION: 1) Instrument well polished and appears in good order. Mahogany box with well worn and abraded surface. 50800-22 (500-800) – Lot 2286


Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016
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