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Nautical marine Sextant by Negretti and Zambra London

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Nautical Marine Sextant by Negretti and Zambra, London. Brass and oxidised nautical sextant signed Negretti and Zambra, London. This fine instrument retains it's original mahogany travelling case with brass carrying handle. Inside the box to the top lid carries the original rating certificate from the National Physical Laboratory, Kew Observatory numbered 4862. c.1903 Negretti and Zambra were undoubtedly the most famous barograph and instrument makers of the day. The firm had premises at Hatton Garden, Cornhill, Regent Street and Fleet Street and were appointed instrument makers to Her Majesty.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4 in (10.16 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1903
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Norwich, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4037331592272

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