DESCRIPTION:
Instruments- 2 (Two). T. Straight, London, Pantochronometer with thermometer mounted to an ivory base, the Porter pattern magnetic sundial with domed glass and set into a carved ivory ring, mercury thermometer with Reamur and Fahrenheit scales, and contained in its original red Morocco case, c1850, J. Gall, 21 Union Square, New York, anaeroid barometer, brass case with engraved silvered dial, and convex beveled glass, and contained in the original, well finished, fitted mahogany box, with engraved ivory plaque set into the center of the top, c1870
CONDITION:
Pantochronometer base warped and with filled split, glass dirty on the inside, printed glossy card sundial display and gnomon very good, thermometer intact, case missing one catch, dirty, and with wear, Barometer dial darkened, case dirty, glass with a few chips, box with minor scratches and wear
ESTIMATE:
$300
-
$400
PRICE SOLD:
$375
"
"