Antique Scientific Instruments

The case was carved in Wehrle’s workshops in Baden, Black Forest, Germany and the movement was made by the Somalvico family, barometer and scientific instrument makers from Holborn, ...

This is an antique telescope, an English six-draw terrestrial or maritime instrument, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1860.

The reduction compass was invented by the Swiss manufacturer of scientific instruments Jost Burgi (1552-1632) in the early 17th century; almost at the same time Galileo was working o...

An English, terrestrial or maritime ‘Day or Night’ instrument by Richardson of London, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820.

An English,walnut and brass navigational or astronomical instrument by Lincoln of London, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1790.

Whether displayed as a collector’s item, a historical artifact, or a unique statement piece in an office, home, or retail setting, this Troemner scale embodies the precision and arti...

James White is listed as a Optical, Mathmatical and Philosophical instrument maker: 1850-1852 24 Renfield Street, Glasgow 1853-1856 14, Renfield St, Glasgow 1860-1863 1, Renfield ...

Dimensions in cm: Height 21.5 cm x Width 21.5 cm x Depth 21.5 cm  - Globe Height 27 cm x Width 31 cm x Depth 31 cm  - Case Dimensions in inches: Height 8 inches x Width 8 inches x D...

Sikes’ Hydrometer Set by Atkey & Son, Cowes, Circa 1830 A superb and complete 19th-century Sikes’ hydrometer set, by Atkey & Son of Cowes, a noted English maker of fine scientific i...

Although no longer functional as a scientific instrument (the mercury and mechanisms have been removed), our Napoleon III giltwood barometer would make for a fantastic wall-mounted s...

With its pristine condition and historical significance, it serves as both a tangible connection to Ericsson's pioneering legacy and an exceptional display piece for collectors of sc...

We were told that this coil was originally from West Point but there is no paperwork to back that up. We also guessed at its age. But it looks to be over 100 years. We have owned man...

A really neat way to display something amazing this is a really thick quality piece of handblown glass from the early 1900s.

19th century sikes hydrometer set circa 1890. Good quality presented in a mahogany box, with brass catches. Labelled on the cartouche ' sike's hydrometer' and a 56 stamford street ...

Turner; Andrew, Turner, Scientific Instruments, 1500-1900: An Introduction, London 1998, p. 22; - Higton H., Sundials at Greenwich, Oxford 2002, no. 165, pp. 181-2; - Abeler J., Me...

Induction electrification demonstrator instrument. By putting two electrically neutral spheres in contact with each other, when a charged wand is approached, it is possible to notice...

Induction electrification demonstrator instrument. By putting two electrically neutral spheres in contact with each other, when a charged wand is approached, it is possible to notice...

A unusual scientific mirror, French in origin circa 1880 The mirror is mercury, with age related oxidization and pitting to the plate. Encased in a maroon leather frame with embos...

Antique Griffin London brass scientific laboratory spectroscope used to separate light into its spectral components (a spectrum) for analysis. Features a three-arm design mounted on...

Circa 1890 French concave mirror card viewer, all constructed of French polished light wood, with ebonised stained elements. Sliding card holder, hinged handle and mirror. In part...

In particular, the advent of precision brass tubing radically changed the construction of telescopes, as well as other scientific instruments. Although an ancient material, brass, an...

Scientific tool for demonstrating and assessing the refraction of light. Constructed in boxed metal with a square section, it consists of a horizontal tube that bends a few grids in ...

Antique Drawing Instrument Set in Rosewood Box, France, 1900. A wonderful set of drawing instruments / calipers / compasses to draw and draft different shapes. Great quality and exe...

Scientific tool for demonstrating and assessing the refraction of light. Constructed in boxed metal with a square section, it consists of a horizontal tube that bends a few grids in ...

Fabulous and appears to be completely intact. Short & Mason Tycos Cyclo-Stormograph under beveled glass & mahogany with a drawer which contains extra graph paper, tiny key an...

18th Century French Silver Measuring Instruments Pied De Roy A rare collection of two silver measuring instruments from the 18th century, predating the definitive introduction of th...

This is an antique boat builder's spirit level. An English, black walnut and brass tradesman's instrument, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. Attractive craftsman's level w...

A rustically produced 19th century glazed specimen box containing wheat and grain hybrids. The pine hinged box opens to reveal two glazed and segmented sections, with a painted blue...

This is an antique pocket barometer altimeter. An English, oak cased explorer's instrument by Hicks of London, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890. Delightful example ...

Authentic 19th-century portable doctor’s box, crafted in wood and fitted to hold various medical instruments, some of which are still present. This compact and functional piece refle...

A surgical instrument from the late 19th early 20th century. An iron tong. SS White Maker, H.C. distributor Kern. American manufacturing. Philadelphia, United States circa 1900.

Large 1920's Vintage scientific anatomical human 3D ear model. Large 16" scale and wonderful antique patina!

This is an antique cased octant. A Scottish, ebony navigational instrument, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1850. Appealing navigation instrument with fascinating display inte...

An English, mahogany optical instrument box, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

A large pair of scientific optical mirrors, one concave the other convex. These where used in studies of optical sciences and in particular the study of the properties of light r...

A rare example of a botanical maquette for didactic use by Professor T. Ferraris, depicting a (natural) strobilus and a scale with ovules (about 12 times enlarged) of Spruce (Picea e...

Lippich polarimeter, scientifi instrument made in 1893 signed Societé Genevoise Genève, brass and black metal. It is an optical instrument of analysis used to determine the concentra...

A good collection of Gregory Bottley mineral, fossils and shell all contained in there original teak trays and card board sleeves. Each specimen has its original hand written and nu...

Moving coil brass galvanometer with three-screw base, instrument signed Philip Harris Ltd Birmingham England n. 19402, made in the early 1900, a tool used as a detector of direct cur...

Anatomical cut of one eye, composition in natural painted papier-maché, with numbered labels on the different elements / the opening eyeball to cover the removable pute. Pen annotati...

An English, brass, pocket instrument, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

A surgical instrument from the late 19th early 20th century. An iron scalpel. With brass handle. Tiemann & Co, American manufacturing. New York, United States circa 1900.

Jesse Ramsden (1735-1800) was a well-known manufacturer of meteorological instruments, famous not only in London, but around the world where many astronomical observatories were equi...

Early 19th Century Butchers Steelyard for Weighing Scale A good original industrial piece, the balance has blacksmith made sliding hook for adjustment of balance weight The Steel...

This is an antique pair of cased binoculars. An English, enamel brass optical instrument, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1900. Appealing weathering and presented in an attrac...

Scientific studies about these changes began in the middle ofXVII century, following experiments about the existence of empty, that antique philosophers denied because “nature hates ...

An English, mahogany optical instrument case, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

This is an antique pestle and mortar set. An English, brass chemist shop instrument, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. Dashing Victorian pestle and mortar with fine...

This is a set of vintage draughtsman's rules. An English, beech engineer's instrument set in a mahogany case, dating to the mid 20th century period, circa 1930. Useful set of meas...

Barometer complete with clock signed F. Somalvico N ° 11 Brook Str. Holborn London datable between 1810 and 1820. Finely crafted mahogany wood case with cedar wood edges. Large silve...

A rare pair of wax studies by F.Ziegler taken from the imagery of F.Keibel We believe the larger of the two models to be off a human embryo and the other to be of a plant. The ...

This is an antique vineyard setter's compass. A French, brass surveyor's instrument with mahogany case and stand, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Measure out your...

Wooden barometer signed Burlinson Ripon made in the mid 19th century. Silver-plated brass dial engraved with weather indications and the name of the manufacturer. The reading of the ...

A large 19th Century scientific optical mirror in round blackened hardwood frame on brass articulated tripod stand. The mirror looks concave or convex shaped, but if you look closely...

19th C Surveyors Metamorphic Instrument Box/Table A very rare piece, the carrying box originally held many pieces of the surveyor’s equipment, there are specific compartments whic...

Vertical mirror galvanometer made in 1850 circa, oak and glass, three adjustable screws at the base. Tool constituted by a magnet bar movable inside a coil and connected to a needle....

Scientific studies about these changes began in the middle ofXVII century, following experiments about the existence of empty, that antique philosophers denied because “nature hates ...