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Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
April 12, 2019 10:00 AMCalender
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Meneely & Oothout Vernier Compass

Sell one like this
$800$650
Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 3230MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: April 12, 2019 10:00AM

Description:

Meneely & Oothout Vernier Compass, West Troy, New York, c. 1837, original lacquered instrument with 7-in. engraved silvered compass, fleur-de-lis representing north, marked "Meneely & Oothout, West Troy, N.Y./Warranted 1837," fine vernier adjustment knob and dual spirit level, housed in a pine box.

Provenance: The collection of William H. Skerritt.
Estimate $300-500

sighting vane screws do not fully tighten vanes.


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Keywords

William H. Skerritt, West Troy