04-25-201504-25-2015
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
April 25, 2015 10:00 AMCalender
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George Wilson Mahogany Nocturnal

Sell one like this
$5,535$4,500
Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 2804MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: April 25, 2015 10:00AM

Description:

George Wilson Mahogany Nocturnal, late 18th/early 19th century, with a central brass sighting hole, rotating volvelle with hand-carved scale divided 1-12 and pointer finger, circular section with hand-carved abbreviated months, rotating index arm, reverse side reads George Wilson Maker & Owner, pierced "A"-shaped handle terminating in a half moon, instrument lg. 8 1/4 in.
Estimate $5,000-7,000


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George Wilson Mahogany Nocturnal