Lot Essay
Thomas Jones of Liverpool is record as working between 1816 and 1831
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A fine early 19th Century 6in. radius vernier sextant by Thosmas Jones
the lacquered brass 'Y' cross frame with arc signed Thomas Jones, Liverpool, inset silvered scale divided 5°- 0°- 145°, vernier with clamp, fine screw adjustment and swivel magnifier, sighting tubes, seven shades, two mirrors, octagonal handle and brass pin feet. Contained within a later fitted box with accessories and securing hooks -- 9¾in. (24.7cm.)
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the lacquered brass 'Y' cross frame with arc signed Thomas Jones, Liverpool, inset silvered scale divided 5°- 0°- 145°, vernier with clamp, fine screw adjustment and swivel magnifier, sighting tubes, seven shades, two mirrors, octagonal handle and brass pin feet. Contained within a later fitted box with accessories and securing hooks -- 9¾in. (24.7cm.)
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Special notice
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.