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Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
October 11, 2019 10:00 AMCalender
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Andrew Meneely's Sons Vernier Compass

Sell one like this
$492$400
Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 3295MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: October 11, 2019 10:00AM

Description:

Andrew Meneely's Sons Vernier Compass, West Troy, New York, c. 1853-60, 6 1/2-in. dia. engraved silvered dial marked as above, with fleur-de-lis representing north, dual spirit levels and vernier, 7 1/2-in. sighting vanes, all housed in an associated walnut box, lg. 15 1/2 in.

Note: According to Bill Skerritt, the construction of this compass indicates that this compass was made by W. & L.E. Gurley for Meneely.


Provenance: William H. Skerritt.
Estimate $400-600

small chip on glass, one bubble level lacking liquid.


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Keywords

W. & L.E. Gurley, William H. Skerritt, Andrew Meneely, Bill Skerritt, West Troy