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What is a nautical telescope?

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What is a nautical telescope?
A nautical telescope is an optical device used by sailors. Its purpose is to spot other ships and landforms that are on the horizon. Smaller versions are sometimes referred to as spy glasses. On 1stDibs, find a range of telescopes.
1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
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English Victorian Brass Telescope
Located in Queens, NY
English (Scottish) Victorian brass tabletop telescope with 3 legged iron base.
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Scientific Instruments

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Brass

English Victorian Ebonized Telescope
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian ebonzied metal and brass trim telescope on adjustable dark stained tripod base
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Scientific Instruments

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Brass

Telescoping Reading Floor Lamp
Located in Peekskill, NY
. The vertical stand is topped with an easy to use telescoping pipe raising and lowering the shade. The
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Early 20th Century Floor Lamps

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Brass

Tibetan Telescoping Long Horn
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Lofty Tibetan Dungchen ceremonial long horn crafted with copper and brass in a dramatic telescoping
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Musical Instruments

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Copper

Solid Brass Captains Telescope
Located in Norwell, MA
Ships spyglass telescope appropriate for use on a yacht, ship, or anywhere with a view. This has
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Vintage 1910s European Nautical Objects

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Brass

Telescopes Vintage Signed Iseli
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/2941 , vintage French telescopes with its case: for Your holidays ! Small and convenient to
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Early 20th Century French Other Scientific Instruments

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Leather

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