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Nineteenth Century Ships Octant
About the Item
Ships octant from circa 1850 with an engraved scale to 100 degrees. With peepsight, mirrors, colored lenses, etc. Fitted to a step up box. Some old repairs and replacement wood to lid. 15"Hx14"Wx4"Dia Box 6lbs.
- Dimensions:Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1850
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- Seller Location:Norwell, MA
- Reference Number:Seller: 84891stDibs: LU1741240331942
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