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Brass Sextant By Cary Of London

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Solid brass double sextant by Cary of London. The case is engraved Captain Georges R.N. Registered Double Sextant No 64. Made of solid brass with high precision. With a silver vernier scale measurable to 130 degrees. Contains the original magnifying glass. With wood handle. Double the commonly found size. 19th Century. Dimensions; 5"Diameter X 9"L, 3 lbs.

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Brass Sextant By Cary Of London

Name: Brass Sextant By Cary Of London
SKU: 133389650
Price: 475 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,200

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