B. Biggs Bridge-frame Sextant

Description:

B. Biggs Bridge-frame Sextant, Cardiff, England, late 19th century, with pierced bridge frame, inset silvered brass scale calibrated 0-155, marked B. Briggs Cardiff, index arm, adjustable magnifier, vernier scale marked 0-10, multiple sun shades, horizon mirror, eyepieces, and a rosewood handle, all in a fitted mahogany box with eight C.B. Rhodes yacht club cards from various California clubs.
Estimate $300-500


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