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Refracting Mahogany Telescope Signed Watkins, Charing Cross

$4,335.99
£3,100
€3,702.08
CA$5,931.54
A$6,637.56
CHF 3,465.82
MX$81,601.91
NOK 43,725.35
SEK 41,145.34
DKK 27,620.34
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Refracting mahogany telescope signed ‘Watkins, Charing Cross’, C.1810 The telescope retains it's original mahogany carrying case. Jeremiah Watkins is listed in Barometer makers and retailers by Edwin Banfield as working from 1799-1819. When the partnership in the name of Jeremiah and Walter Watkins ended, Jeremiah continued on his own until he formed the partnership with Hill. He was instrument maker to the Duke of York, the Duke of Clarence and the East India Company.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 31 in (78.74 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1810
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. very good condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Norwich, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: mnqvgguuwhdf1stDibs: LU4037323495352

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