04-20-201804-20-2018
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
April 20, 2018 10:00 AMCalender
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Alexander Megarey Vernier Surveyor's Compass

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$492$400
Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 3093MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: April 20, 2018 10:00AM

Description:

Alexander Megarey Vernier Surveyor's Compass, New York, first half 19th century, 6-in. silvered dial with engraved central star and fleur-de-lis representing north, signed "Alexn. Megarey New York," lacquered brass arms with dual spirit levels, and fine adjustment vernier knob, housed in the original mahogany box, lg. 16 in.
Estimate $400-600

replaced dial glass is loss, original tripod, one side of box is replaced, lacking one sighting vane screw.


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