Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Salmoiraghi Antique Brass Tacheometer, Surveying Measuring Instrument, 1860
Located in Milan, IT
Italiano model of the second half of the 19th century, of burnished brass, complete with original oak wood
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1860s Italian Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
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Brass
H 23.82 in W 8.08 in D 8.08 in
Danish 19th Century Brass Surveying or Level Tool on Tripod
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
brass. The wood tripod is 39.75in high.
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Mid-19th Century Danish Folk Art Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
A land surveying square, France 1880.
Located in Milan, IT
Octagonal brass land surveying square. Each side has a slot, which allows to aim the distance and
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Late 19th Century French Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
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Brass
English or French Antique Brass Surveyor's Transit Theodolite, last quarter 19th
Located in Atlanta, GA
From Wikipedia:
“A THEODOLITE is a precision optical instrument for measuring angles between
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1880s English Victorian Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
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Brass
Nautical Brass Magnetic Compass with Original Box by E. Vion Paris, Early 1900
Located in Milan, IT
Antique and rare magnetic surveying compass, brass with original wooden box, signed E. Vion Paris
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Early 20th Century French Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
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Brass
H 12.61 in W 4 in D 4 in
Field Artillery Theodolite by Srb & Stys of Prague, 1930s
Located in Doylestown, PA
instrument of bronze, brass and steel utilized by the Czech military for artillery surveying. In 1919
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Early 20th Century Czech Industrial Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Steel
Jean Baptiste Van Lerberghe Theodolite - Circa 1700 to 1720
Located in Placerville, CA
this Theodolite for his own personal use. I've seen another very early and crude surveying instrument
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Early 18th Century French Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
Langlois Graphometer - Circa 1730
Located in Placerville, CA
This is a BEAUTIFUL Graphometer made by the premier instrument maker in France, Claude Langlois
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Early 18th Century French Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
Fine Circular Protractor by William Cary, London c.1810
By Cary
Located in Norwich, GB
surveying equipment.
Instruments made by William Cary were used around the world including Russia and
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1810s English Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
American Mahogany Wood Antique Magnetic Binnacle Nautical Compass, circa 1896
Located in Milan, IT
. Hutchinson Nautical Instruments, as seller of nautical and surveying instruments,charts, marine glasses
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1890s American Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
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Brass
H 9.06 in W 11.82 in D 7.49 in
Antique Telescope, Large, Single Draw Refractor, Cary London, circa 1820
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display
An historic, period piece as good to use today as it was
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
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Brass
H 29.93 in W 2.21 in D 2.21 in
Clitograph level by Jules Lefebvre, Paris
Located in London, GB
, considerably shortens the time hitherto required by means of ordinary instruments for the purposes of leveling
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Late 19th Century French Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass, Steel
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Pair of Carl Zeiss Binoculars, 12 X 60
By Carl Zeiss
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
WWII Carl Zeiss 12 x 60 Binoculars.
A pair of rare Second World War Carl Zeiss 12 x 60 German ex military binocular director telescope for a 4 m rangefinder. These observation binocu...
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Mid-20th Century German Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Metal
Early 20th Century Table Shaped Brass Trivet, England circa 1900
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The pierced rectangular top raised on four turned baluster shaped supports, the underside showing impressed British registry marks.
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Early 20th Century British Victorian Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
Tiffany Co. Paris 1919 French Table Petrol Lighter In Brass & Carved White Nacre
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Table petrol lighter designed by Tiffany & Co.
Beautiful and unusual antique table petrol lighter, created in Paris France by the Tiffany & Co., back in the 1919. Crafted after the ...
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1910s French Art Deco Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
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Brass, Nickel
H 3.68 in Dm 1.65 in
Two Original Jerome Gould Mixed-Media Design Drawings for Writing Instruments
By Jerome Gould
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two original mixed-media design drawing illustrations for writing instruments by graphic designer, Jerome Gould, perhaps best known for creating the Pepsi logo. Each design executed ...
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20th Century American Modern Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Paper
H 12 in W 9 in D 0.1 in
Couroc Resin Tray with Sailing Ships and Compass
By The Couroc Company
Located in Downingtown, PA
Couroc resin tray with sailing ships and compass,
The 1970s
The black resin rectangular tray is decorated with two sailing yachts with crystal stars to bow and stern. To the left...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Resin
Estate American Surveyor's Transit Level in Original Fitted Oak Box, 1930s-1940s
Located in New Orleans, LA
Estate American surveyor's transit level in original fitted oak box and signed "BOSTROM- BRODY mf6, Atlanta GA.", circa 1930-1940s. Model #4, Serial #47. Bostrom began his company in...
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Mid-20th Century American Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
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Oak
H 12 in W 6 in D 5 in
Pair, 18th Century French School Natura Morta Paintings - Museum Label
Located in Atlanta, GA
French School, circa 1780.
A phenomenal pair of 18th century French School Nautra Morta paintings on canvas. Each master work depicts a rich tapestry of romantic imagery including d...
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18th Century French French Provincial Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood, Paint
21 Clesitera Glass Vase by Ettore Sottsass from Memphis Milano
By Ettore Sottsass, Memphis Group, Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Clesitera glass vase with pendant, was originally designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1986. The vase is blown glass, and signed on the base, for further information please see authent...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Glass
British Colonial Military Officer's Campaign Metal Field Desk
By Army & Navy CSL
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare British colonial officer's campaign field desk on stand. Constructed from metal and brass featuring a royal blue painted finish with gilt highlights. The top opens to a fitted i...
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19th Century English Campaign Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass, Metal
STUNNING REGENCY STYLE NEOCLASSICAL BRASS & WALNUT WRiTING TABLE DESK CIRCA 1920
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning, Regency Neoclassical style Walnut & Satinwood writing table with X framed solid br...
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1920s Regency Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
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Brass
H 29.73 in W 45.28 in D 17.52 in
19th Century Victorian Pewter Beaker with Brass Rim
Located in Copenhagen, K
This is a Victorian liquid bellied lidless, Gill measurer with a brass rim and inscription of the owner.
A capacity mark such as ‘pint’ or ‘quart’ is self explanatory. Such marks be...
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1850s English Victorian Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
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Brass, Pewter
14 Astidamia Vase, by Ettore Sottsass from Memphis Milano
By Memphis Milano, Ettore Sottsass, Memphis Group
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Astidamia glass vase was originally designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1986. The vase is part of the “Astidamia Glass” collection. Made in blown Murano glass, and signed “E.Sottsass ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Glass
Antique Surveyor's Level, English, Brass, Scientific Instrument, Halden & Sons
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique surveyor's level. An English, brass scientific instrument by J. Halden & Sons of Manchester, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.
Appealing level with ...
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Early 20th Century British Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
H 7.09 in W 11.23 in D 4.34 in
UK 1870 Brass Topographic Level, Antique Surveyor Measurement Instrument
Located in Milan, IT
Telescope topographic level of brass, it is an instrument consisting of a telescope fixed parallel to the level, three-spoke base with adjustment screws. English manufacture from the...
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1860s British Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
H 8.27 in W 12.6 in D 6.7 in
1920s Carl Zeiss Brass Antique Theodolite Surveyor's Measurement Instrument
Located in Milan, IT
Theodolite by Carl Zeiss Jena D.R.G.M. 1920s, light gray and black painted brass, internal horizontal and vertical circle with microscope readings, rack and pinion focusing. Very goo...
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1920s German Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
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H 11.82 in W 9.26 in D 5.52 in
Two Original Jerome Gould Design Drawings for Writing Instruments
By Jerome Gould
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two original design drawing illustrations for writing instruments by American graphic designer, Jerome Gould, perhaps best known for creating the Pepsi logo. Both drawings executed i...
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20th Century American Modern Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Paper
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Antique J.C. Ulmer Co. Survey Transit & Compass in Bergen & Sons Box
Located in Milan, OH
engineering. This extraordinary instrument boasts unparalleled functionality and timeless beauty, making it a
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Early 1900s American Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
19th Century English Brass Telescope and Stand
Located in Alexandria, VA
Antique refracting brass and mahogany four-draw telescope with a brass tripod table stand, and
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Late 19th Century English Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
1870s, Brass Theodolite Ing. Salmoiraghi Milano Antique Scientific Instrument
Located in Milan, IT
Antique theodolite of burnished brass signed Ing. Salmoiraghi Milano No. 3787 made in the second
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1870s Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
H 18.5 in W 10.3 in D 10.6 in
1870s Brass Cathetometer Signed G. Coradi Zurich Antique Scientific Instrument
Located in Milan, IT
.
Topography studies instruments, surveying techniques, calculus and plans to represent graphically in scale a
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1780s Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
H 13 in W 16.5 in D 5.1 in
1870s Small Brass Theodolite Kelvin & James White Antique Surveyor's Instrument
Located in Milan, IT
for reading the circles, triple level and tripod socket.
Topography studies instruments, surveying
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1870s Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
H 9.8 in W 4.4 in D 10.15 in
American Brass Surveying Transit Signed F. E. Brandis, Sons & Co. NY, Circa 1890
By Brandis and Son
Located in Hollywood, SC
American brass surveying transit on oak tripod stand. F. E. Brandis, Sons & Co., was in business
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1890s American American Empire Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
1930s Brass Anemometer in Original Case Ancient Measuring Instrument Air Flux
Located in Milan, IT
Brass anemometer, complete with four scales, signed Lowne from the 1930s and placed in its original
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1920s British Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
H 3.54 in W 3.14 in D 4.25 in
1890 Antique Brass Level Watts & Sond London Mahogany Box, Surveyor Instrument
Located in Milan, IT
Telescope topographic level, made of brass with base with three leveling screws, from the end of
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1890s British Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
H 4.73 in W 11.62 in D 6.3 in
Survey Compass Swiss Made in 1918 for U.S. Engineer Corps
Located in Milan, IT
Rare magnetic nautical survey compass, brass, Cruchon & Emons Berne Swiss n. 55929 made in 1918 for
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1910s Swiss Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
Survey Compass Swiss Made in 1915 for U.S. Engineer Corps
Located in Milan, IT
Rare magnetic nautical survey compass, brass, Cruchon & Emons Berne Swiss n. n. 54826 made in 1915
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1910s Swiss Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
Survey Compass Swiss Made in 1918 for U.S. Engineer Corps
Located in Milan, IT
Vintage nautical bearing magnetic compass, pocket made of brass, signed Cruchon & Emons Berne n
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1910s Swiss Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
1870s Italian Theodolite Antique Earth Scientific Instrument of Measurement
Located in Milan, IT
measurements cm 35.5 x 30.5 x 23 inches 14 x 12 x 9.
Topography studies instruments, surveying techniques
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1870s Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
H 17.7 in W 9.1 in D 16 in
1870s Theodolite Troughton & Simms Antique Scientific Instrument of Measurement
Located in Milan, IT
1922.
Topography studies instruments, surveying techniques, calculus and plans to represent
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1870s Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
H 18.5 in W 13.6 in D 15 in
1918 Survey Magnetic Compass for U.S. Engineer Corps Antique Nautical Objects
Located in Milan, IT
Rare magnetic compass for nautical detection, of brass, signed Cruchon & Emons Berne n. 67770 of
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1910s Swiss Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
1870s Brass Clisigonimeter F. Miller Innsbruck Surveyor Measurement Instrumemt
Located in Milan, IT
x 2.8 inches.
Excellent condition, fully functional.
Topography studies instruments, surveying
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1870s Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
H 2.8 in W 7.5 in D 8.2 in
1820s Rare Cittelli Milan Brass Wood Praetorian Tablet Antique Surveyor Tool
Located in Milan, IT
. Instrument for tracing and topographical surveying, complete with tripod in walnut and removable brass, base
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1820s Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
H 61 in W 17.8 in D 27.5 in
1900s Brass Theodolite Compass And Eccentric Telescope Signed SUSS Budapepest
Located in Milan, IT
Rare brass Theodolite with compass and eccentric telescope from the early 1900s. Signed SUSS N
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Early 1900s Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
Antique Engraved Brass Astrolabe from the Persian Qajar Period
Located in London, GB
rete, four plates and three brass pieces. The mater decorated in the arabesque style, featuring with
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19th Century Persian Islamic Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
Topographic Compass, Wooden and Brass, of the Late 19th Century
By W. & L.E. Gurley
Located in Milan, IT
manufacturers of engineering and surveying instruments in the United States. Very good condition. Perfectly
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1880s American Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Mining Topographic Compass Davis & Son London First Half of the 1800s
Located in Milan, IT
1800s. It is a survey instrument, for measurement of horizontal and vertical angles and magnetic
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1840s British Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
Early 1900s Telescope Diopter Praetorian Tablet Secretan Paris Antique Surveyor
Located in Milan, IT
Secretan (1804-1867).
Topography studies instruments, surveying techniques, calculus and plans to
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Early 1900s Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
H 5.9 in W 4 in D 8.15 in
19th Century Antique Oakwood Magnetic Surveyng Compass English Manufacture
Located in Milan, IT
Magnetic surveying compass, oakwood with brass hinges and closing hooks, instrument consisting of a
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1870s British Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
H 0.79 in W 2.76 in D 2.76 in
Important Charles C. Hutchinson Telescope - 69 Inches Long
By Charles C. Hutchinson
Located in Peekskill, NY
and sold nautical and surveying instruments, charts, marine glasses, telescopes, and flags. It was
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19th Century American Industrial Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
Beautiful Circa 1830s Lewis Michael Surveyors Compass
Located in Placerville, CA
surveying instruments, this compass has a few flaws worth noting. First, one of the sight vanes is bent very
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1830s American Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
Antique Surveyor's Level, English, Theodolite, Desk, Ornament, William Stanley
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
, brass dust cover
Prismatic surveying compass situated beneath primary tube
Choice of two eye-pieces
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
H 8.47 in W 15.16 in D 6.11 in
1913 British W.F. Stanley Theodolite on Tripod Base
By W. F. Stanley
Located in Calgary, Alberta
W.F. Stanley & Co of Holborn, London manufactured some of the world's best surveying equipment
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Early 20th Century British Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
Fine and Rare Pair of English Regency Floor Standing Library Globes
By Thomas Harris and Son
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
These fine terrestrial and celestial spheres, in brass meridian and horizon rings are supported by
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
Important Charles C. Hutchinson Telescope
By Charles C. Hutchinson
Located in Peekskill, NY
imported and sold nautical and surveying instruments, charts, marine glasses, telescopes, and flags. It was
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19th Century American Industrial Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Architect Surveyor Tripod Floor LAMP in Oak & Brass Engineering Repurposed
By Gurley Engineering Instruments
Located in Chula Vista, CA
and brass transit tripod surveyor attributed to W & L.E. Gurley Gurley Engineering Instruments.
No
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Early 20th Century American Modern Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
1920s Brass Nautical Magnetic PocketCompass Antique Marine Navigation Instrument
Located in Milan, IT
Brass survey compass made in 1920 circa, signed The Magnapole; small compass used away from
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1920s Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
Pelorus Made in 1920s of Brass, Made in New York with Original Mahogany Box
Located in Milan, IT
Pelorus made in 1920s of brass, signed Kelvin & Wilfrid O. White Co. Boston and New York complete
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1920s American Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
H 5.91 in W 7.88 in L 5.91 in
Rare 19th C English Octant by Spencer & Barrett
Located in Essex, MA
, Surveying instruments Commercial St. Boston".
Photos show 1/2 of box which is complete.
A similar
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19th Century English Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
Large Antique Dietzgen Wood and Cast Iron Drafting Table, circa 1930
By Dietzgen
Located in San Francisco, CA
manufacturing drawing boards, T-squares, surveying instruments, and other engineering supplies. The factory was
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Steel, Iron, Brass
1900s English Antique Brass Tacheometer, surveying instrument
Located in Milan, IT
English tacheometer made in the early 1900s, of brass, it is a geodetic and topographic instrument
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Early 20th Century British Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
Antique Field Sextant, English, Brass, Military Instrument, Stanley, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique field sextant. An English, brass military surveying instrument, by Stanley of
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Late 19th Century British Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
H 2.96 in W 4.73 in D 4.93 in
Antique English London-Made Brass Surveying Compass in Original Case, circa 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Lond-made brass surveying compass in original case, circa 1880.
Made By J. and W.E
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Late 19th Century English Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
H 4 in W 12 in D 8 in
Survey Compass, Brass with Leather Case, Signed Troughton & Simms Ltd
By Troughton & Simms London
Located in Milan, IT
Old survey compass, brass with leather case, signed Troughton & Simms Ltd London, early 1900
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Early 20th Century British Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Survey Compass Swiss Made in 1918 for U.S. Engineer Corps
Located in Milan, IT
Rare magnetic nautical survey compass, brass, Cruchon & Emons Berne Swiss made in 1918 for U.S
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1910s Swiss Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
1780s Cole Fecit Brass Antique Surveyor's Transit Theodolite Measurement Tool
Located in Milan, IT
Brass theodolite signed Cole Fecit from the mid-18th century complete with brass graduated sights
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1780s Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
H 7.5 in W 7.9 in D 7.9 in
19th Century Antique Theodolite Burnished Brass Signed Pietro Sbisà OMS Florence
Located in Milan, IT
(look at the last picture).
Topography studies instruments, surveying techniques, calculus and plans to
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1860s Italian Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
Signed American Brass Surveyor's Compass, New York, Circa 1840
Located in Hollywood, SC
ran a small shop in New York City where he manufactured surveying instruments from 1825 until his
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19th Century American Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Georgian Mahogany Waywiser by Richard Glynne of London, circa 1725
Located in London, GB
: 31 1/2 inches - 80 cm.
With modern display stand.
The brass dial is graduated in poles
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Early 18th Century English Georgian Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Mahogany
Brass Survey Compass the Magnapole
Located in Milan, IT
Brass nautical travel survey compass, made in 1914 circa, signed The Magnapole; small compass used
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1910s British Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
1914 Brass Survey Nautical Pocket Compass Signed Magnapole by Negretti & Zambra
Located in Milan, IT
Brass survey compass made in 1914 circa, signed The Magnapole;
and realized by Negretty & Zambra
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1910s British Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
WWI Brass Compass Used by the British Army Officers
Located in Milan, IT
James Henry Steward 406 Strand London surveying liquid prismatic compass used by the British Army
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1910s British Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
Vintage Civil War Era Field Glasses by Queen & Co.
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
, gyroscopes, drawing and mathematical instruments, surveying instruments, and instruments for electrical
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1860s American Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
Small Size French Brass Sector by Hugé à Versailles, 18th Century
Located in Paris, FR
An attractive small-size brass sector with the quite rare and almost unknow signature "Hugé(s
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Mid-18th Century Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
Perambulator, Or Surveyor’s Wheel, A Waywiser
By Troughton & Simms London
Located in New York, NY
eighteenth century waywiser is constructed of pine
with a brass gauge and exquisitely decorative hands.
The
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18th Century and Earlier Antique Brass Surveying Instruments
Materials
Brass
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Antique Brass Surveying Instruments For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of antique brass surveying instruments for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique brass surveying instruments was constructed with extraordinary care, often using brass, metal and wood. There are all kinds of antique brass surveying instruments available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique brass surveying instruments made by folk art designers — as well as those associated with Georgian — are very popular at 1stDibs. Cary, London and E. Vion Paris each produced beautiful antique brass surveying instruments that are worth considering.
How Much are Antique Brass Surveying Instruments?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,370, while they’re typically $699 on the low end and $21,161 highest priced.
Finding the Right scientific-instruments for You
Decorating with vintage, new and antique scientific instruments, as well as other authentic collectibles and curiosities that can be found on 1stDibs, presents an opportunity to create a unique, natural history museum-like atmosphere in your home that can provoke conversation as often as it pays tribute to how far we’ve come in understanding our world.
The Age of Discovery (or the Age of Exploration) refers to a period during the 15th to 18th centuries that saw Europeans taking to the high seas to explore, trade and conquer various regions of the world. What we know about geography, the advancement of sea vessels and the development of scientific instruments all broadened significantly during this time.
With every new finding about our world, scientists invented tools to measure and record. While many of these objects are now obsolete, they are essentially works of art and have a rich history. Scientific instruments of a bygone era represent how far science and technology have advanced.
If you’re interested in introducing antique scientific instruments and tools to your decor to add contrast or draw attention to otherwise unexplored corners of your living room or dining room, there are many options to consider as far as textures and colors go. Like any curious decorative object that draws attention to your home library or mantel, vintage scientific instruments will likely add spirit to any conversation that might take place over cocktails or dinner.
Create an intriguing focal point with Georgian scientific instruments, such as stick barometers with mahogany cases or lacquered brass telescopes. These items stem from an era named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who ruled England in succession starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). Just as there was beautiful jewelry produced during the period that today is coveted by collectors, there is much to be found in the collectibles and curiosities realm too.
Mid-century modern scientific instruments also capture a period of rapid progress, representing groundbreaking discoveries that defined the 20th century. Wouldn’t antique anatomical models of the 1950s pair well with your eye-catching abstract paintings, George Nelson clock or Florence Knoll sofa?
Whether you’re looking for a way to showcase your passion for chemistry or aviation or are making room in your foyer for a breathtaking industrial-style electronic time tower manufactured by Patek Philippe, 1stDibs offers a collection of vintage, new and antique scientific instruments that includes topographic tools, laboratory equipment and more.
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