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Pair of American Brass Nautical Taffrail Log Spinners, Negus, NY, Circa 1880
$3,800per set
£2,861.05per set
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CA$5,350.45per set
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CHF 3,127.11per set
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Pair of American brass nautical taffrail log spinners, Late 19th century. Stamped by brothers Thomas Shufeldt Negus, Jr. (1828-1894) & John Davidson Negus (1833-1890) manufacturers and merchants of chronometers and other fine marine instruments. Established as T.S. & J.D. Negus Company in 1845, New York City. A taffrail log is a mechanical speed logging device used like a car odometer and was towed from the stern of the ship by a long line. Taffrail logs were originally developed in the 18th century and became a practical device in the 19th century.
- Creator:T.S. & J.D. Negus (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 45.5 in (115.57 cm)Diameter: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:American Empire (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1880
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Charleston, SC
- Reference Number:Seller: # 48611stDibs: LU887217127612
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