Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Andrew Meneely's Sons Vernier Compass No. 5112, West Troy, New York, c. 1851-53, 6 1/2-in. dia. engraved silvered compass with pierced blued needle marked "A. Meneely's Sons/West Troy, N.Y./No. 5112," dual spirit levels and vernier, lg. 16 in.
Provenance: William H. Skerritt.
Estimate $600-800
south sigting vane and knob appears to be replaced?
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Keywords
William H. Skerritt, Andrew Meneely, West TroyJonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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