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Mid Nineteenth Century Ships Octant

About the Item

Navigators octant with ebony frame, brass arm, filters and peep sight. Bone Vernier scale. Kidney shaped box. Split to box. Circa 1860. This is a good genuine example of an early American marine instrument suitable for any collection.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4 in (10.16 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Norwell, MA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 67501stDibs: LU1741229655312

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