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Dealer: London Fine Ltd
Location: Hele, United Kingdom
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Antique Maritime Sextant, Brass, Admiralty, Naval, Instrument, Victorian C.1900

SOLD

Code: 18.6514

Dimensions:W: 24.5cm  (9.6")H: 10cm  (3.9")D: 22.5cm  (8.9")

Website: https://www.antiquesboutique.com/antique-navigation-instruments/antique-maritime-sextant-brass-admiralty-naval-instrument-victori/itm102953

This is an antique maritime sextant. An English, brass admiralty three circle naval instrument, by J.Coombes of Devonport, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1900.

Appealing Victorian scientific instrument

Displays a desirable aged patina

Brass shows sought after weathering and great patination

Mahogany box in good order with fine grain interest

Radius sextant moves around its arc to aid navigation

Vernier adjustment with pleasingly knurled edges

Folding UV filters to protect against daytime sunlight

Broad mahogany handle to base for a secure grip in all weathers

Inscribed 'J.Coombes. Opticians & Admiralty Agent, Devonport'

Carry case dressed with fascinating rotating latches

Supplied with three original viewing scopes

Some wear to the legend and evidence of a post repair

Reseller's label to interior reads 'George Lee & Son, Portsmouth

This antique maritime sextant is an interesting example of Victorian naval instrument manufacture, with appealing brass construction and mechanical detail. Ideal for an office desk or as a display piece for those of a maritime background. Delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 24.5cm (9.75'')

Max Depth: 22.5cm (8.75'')

Max Height: 10cm (4'')

Box Width: 27cm (10.75'')

Box Depth: 26cm (10.25'')

Box Height: 12.5cm (5'')

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Our Ref: 18.6514


Condition : Presented in good antique condition. Some wear to the legend and evidence of a post repair.
Materials : Brass, Mahogany
Origin : English
Manufacture Date : c.1900