![Francis Watkins 24-Inch Brass Telescope on Stand, London, 18th C.: Francis Watkins (1723 -1791) brass reflecting telescope with a 23 1/2” primary tube, 4 1/2" eyepiece extension tube, and 9" sighting tube with crosshairs; sliding screw rod focusi](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/525/332535/179370416_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717684324)
Brass Telescopes & Binoculars
![Francis Watkins 24-Inch Brass Telescope on Stand, London, 18th C.: Francis Watkins (1723 -1791) brass reflecting telescope with a 23 1/2” primary tube, 4 1/2" eyepiece extension tube, and 9" sighting tube with crosshairs; sliding screw rod focusi](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/525/332535/179370416_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717684324)
![EARLY MARINE TELESCOPE BY FRITH, LONDON: Mid-19th c. Hand Held Three-Draw Telescope by Peter Frith, London, with brass case and mahogany clad main body, first draw engraved "Frith, London", 7 3/4" long (closed), 24" long (open).](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/957/331422/178763183_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716928066)
![Lot 2 Vtg Brass Telescope & Vtg American Flag: Lot of 2 vintage brass telescope spyglass, at 6 inches long at shortest length and 1 vintage American flag with Embroidered stars. Approx 7 inches long. Moderate wearing to telescope and flag. Vintage](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3283/330415/178125486_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716239989)
![BRONZE AND BRASS TELESCOPE 19TH OR EARLY 20TH C: A bronze and brass telescope with a wooden tripod stand. Circa late 19th or early 20th century. The telescope is mounted on a stand with three curved wooden legs tied with a chain. Unmarked. Antique M](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6975/331726/178957219_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717061202)
![Brass telescope on tripod base, adjustable, not old, by Stanley, London.: Brass telescope on tripod base, adjustable, not old, by Stanley, London.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1276/332677/179462238_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717776085)
![Antique Brass Collapsible Telescope: Size: 16" long (at longest) x 6" long (at shortest) x 1 1/2" wide (at widest) Condition: In good antique condition with a natural patina. See photos.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7998/331555/178871942_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717010513)
![Victorian Marine London Nautical Brass Telescope 18in: Very Ornate / Awesome Looking / Great Condition / Opens to Nearly 18 Inches Long / This is Not an Antique / This is a Working Collectible Decorative Shelf Piece / Multiple Photos Posted](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6629/330447/178178279_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716900560)
![5 Section Brass Telescope: 5 Section Brass Telescope w/Cap, Unmarked in GD Cond. 26"L Extended - 8 1/2"L. Closed](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/945/332676/179494304_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717781985)
![E Vion Brass French Brass Telescope & Tripod Stand: French brass 1-draw telescope by Etablissement Vion, mid 20th century, mounted to an adjustable height oak tripod stand. Overall very good condition. Telescope 48" fully extended, lens 3"w; stand 51"h](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8350/325482/179684670_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718136457)
![Victorian Brass Telescope on Stand: Property from a Private Collection, Ponte Vedra, FL Description: Victorian Brass Telescope on Stand , brass and leather telescope with brass and wood tripod stand. Height of stand collapsed: 61 in](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4098/332500/179390558_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717709726)
![BRASS TELESCOPE ON TRIPOD WOOD STAND: Vintage Solid Brass telescope, on wood stand. No markings, works well. 30"x58" opened. Closed 6"x58". Weight approx 45 lbs](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8708/332766/179533454_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718140169)
![A Boxed Three Drawer Brass Telescope 15 cm (fully extended), 7cm (retracted): A Boxed Three Drawer Brass Telescope 15 cm (fully extended), 7cm (retracted)](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3161/332660/179449696_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717770487)
![VTG Telescope with Case: An Antique Brass Telescope is a functional piece of art that dates back to an era of discovery and exploration. The telescope and mount are brass and supported on a wooden tripod stand. The telescope](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7769/332408/179276916_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718304883)
![A small vintage brass pocket telescope 10 cm: A small vintage brass pocket telescope 10 cm](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3161/332663/179452649_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717773100)
![WAS Benson : An Arts & Crafts brass and copper telescopic oil lamp stand with foliate detail and: WAS Benson : An Arts & Crafts brass and copper telescopic oil lamp stand with foliate detail and quatreform base. Stamped Patent. Approx. 54 1/2" high (shortest) Please Note - we do not make reference](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1605/332685/179718417_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718122165)
![Antique Brass Telescope: This lot contains a Antique Brass Telescope. It is approx 1 3/4" x 1 3/4" x 9 3/4" and it weighs about 1.2lbs. Overall the Telescope is in good used condition with some light wear from use](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6056/333370/180007761_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718332693)
![Vintage opera brass Binoculars: Vintage opera brass Binoculars Please view all photos as they are part of the description and condition of this Item, Feel free to contact me with questions or picture requests! Used Item AS IS](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7102/332250/179193308_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717620534)
![Antique Binoculars Brass LeMair Fabt Paris: Antique Binoculars Brass LeMair Fabt Paris These are a pair of antique 19th-century binoculars most likely used for the opera. These are made of brass, metal, and Optical Glass. These actually work pr](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6056/333367/180005486_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718331926)
![An Edwardian brass telescopic standard lamp,: An Edwardian brass telescopic standard lamp, modelled as a corinthian column on stepped base with lion paw feet, with green fabric shade 165cm high with shade](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/503/333109/179824741_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718267767)
![A GOOD LATE 19TH CENTURY POLISHED HARDWOOD AND GILT BRASS MOUNTED TELESCOPE WALKING CANE: A GOOD LATE 19TH CENTURY POLISHED HARDWOOD AND GILT BRASS MOUNTED TELESCOPE WALKING CANE the florally embossed screw-top cover with retracting brass single draw telescope enclosed within the stem. (83](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6817/333566/180158876_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718405632)
![Floor Standing Brass/Leather Harbor Master Telescope 30" - Leather: Floor Standing Brass/Leather Harbor Master Telescope 30" - Leather The Nautical Brass-Leather Telescope 30” is a true nautical gem that can serve as a functional telescope or a symbol of se](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6628/331353/178720871_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716834955)
News about Brass Telescopes & Binoculars
![George III brass mortar leads our five auction highlights](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Sworders-Dec-13-George-III-brass-mortar.jpg)
George III brass mortar leads our five auction highlights
George III Brass Mortar by Jan Verbruggen, $77,975 STANSTED MOUNTFITCHET, U.K. – Sending the old year out with a bang, a George III brass mortar by Jan Verbruggen hammered for £49,000 and sold for £61,250 ($77,975) with buyer’s premium at Sworders on December 13. The rare example of British military ordnance from the time of the American Revolutionary War was estimated […]
![Mamluk 14th-century brass candlestick lit up Leland Little, selling for $125K](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/165738183_1_x.webp)
Mamluk 14th-century brass candlestick lit up Leland Little, selling for $125K
HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. — Estimated at $5,000-$10,000, a 14th-century candlestick made during the classical period of Mamluk artistic production hammered for $100,000 and sold for $125,000 with buyer’s premium at Leland Little on December 1. The 9in high silver-inlaid brass candlestick was likely used in court ceremonies or celebrations to honor the reigning potentate — either […]
![Toy collectors grabbed ‘many brass rings’ at Bertoia’s $1.95M sale](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/2014_0609_b1191_lead.jpg)
Toy collectors grabbed ‘many brass rings’ at Bertoia’s $1.95M sale
VINELAND, N.J. – There were smiles on many bidders’ faces as they departed Bertoia Auctions’ Spring Toy Break Auction on May 9th and 10th. “It was a terrific sale, and there was a great camaraderie throughout,” said Bertoia Auctions associate Rich Bertoia. “As they headed out the door with their purchases, everybody was chattering about […]
![Furniture Specific: Brass with class](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/2012_0206_Brass_lead.jpg)
Furniture Specific: Brass with class
In the last few months I have been fortunate enough to attend several high-end antique shows, cover some good auctions and visit a well-known museum with a wonderful collection of 18th- and 19th-century American furniture treasures. And while it is fun to sort of let yourself go and just be amazed at all the great […]