A pair of brass and iron Polarimeters, 19th century and later,

Description

A pair of brass and iron Polarimeters, 19th century and later,

on cast iron bases of similar form, with dials to front, the larger with an orbital adjustment, together with another scientific device or resistor, on ceramic bun feet

48cm high, 63cm long

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A pair of brass and iron Polarimeters, 19th century and later,

Lot 0202

Estimate £100-£200

Sep 21, 2026, 2:18 PM EDT

Starting Price

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£40

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Sep 15, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT

Stansted Mountfitchet, ESSEX, United Kingdom

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