04-28-201704-28-2017
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Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
April 28, 2017 10:00 AMCalender
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Dollond Mahogany and Brass Telescope

Sell one like this
$984$800
Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 3003MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: April 28, 2017 10:00AM

Description:

Dollond Mahogany and Brass Telescope, London, 19th century, tabletop instrument with a 54-in. tapered mahogany scope with brass eyepiece and collar marked Dollond London, fine adjustment knob, all resting on an associated lacquered brass base with adjustable feet, counterweights, and horizontal mount, ht. 17 in.
Estimate $1,000-1,500

barrel has a 6-in. fine split, base a latter addition.


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