Lot #1423 - Rare Spencer, Browning & Rust telescope, Day & Night model, early 19thC
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Auction House:Bargain Hunt Auctions
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Sale Name:The Quality Auction
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Sale Date:22 Apr 2018 ~ 11am
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Lot #:1423
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Lot Description:Rare Spencer, Browning & Rust telescope, Day & Night model, early 19thC
2 drawer example, in full brass, main barrel with mahogany cladding, internal barrel engraved with maker's name and 'London Day or Night', near complete and original - just missing lens covers, telescope dates from circa 1810, fully extended is 93cm L -
Notes:Important provenance - this telescope is from the family of George Redman, a Sydney Harbour pilot, and was passed down through various generations of his family, many of whom were also Sydney Harbour pilots.
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Estimate:A$600 - 800
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Realised Price:
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Category:Scientific & Industrial
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