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June 1, 2016 12:00 PM - June 9, 2016 10:00 AMCalender
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Pair of Brass Telescoping Binoculars

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$369$300
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2900TLocation: BostonDate / Time: June 01, 2016 12:00PM

Description:

Pair of Brass Telescoping Binoculars, America, 19th century, inscribed "USN" and "NIGHT GLASS" on the bridge near the focus dial, lg. closed 5 in.

Provenance: these binoculars reportedly belonged to Admiral David Farragut.
Estimate $200-300


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