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OWENS, LATE 18TH CENTURY
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A 13¾-INCH IVORY AND EBONY SEXTANT
Owens, late 18th century
signed on the arm Owens, Liverpool, the ivory scale for 0-130° with maker's mark ID other side of an anchor (for John Dring), vernier, 6 shades and pinhole sight, in original mahogany case.
17in. (43cm.) long in case
Owens, late 18th century
signed on the arm Owens, Liverpool, the ivory scale for 0-130° with maker's mark ID other side of an anchor (for John Dring), vernier, 6 shades and pinhole sight, in original mahogany case.
17in. (43cm.) long in case
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
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