2250
"Hadley's Quadrant," Unknown English Maker
Estimate:
$1,000 - $1,500
Sold
$1,100
Live Auction
November 5th, 2021 Gallery Auction l Americana Historical Documents, Memorabilia, & Weapons
Category
Description
2nd half 18th century: actually, an octant, type used by British and American navigators during the Revolutionary War period; ebony frame with engraved brass mounts; 17 1/4 in. H.
Condition
Lacks two of three knob rests on back
Provenance
From the estate of a Maryland collector. Purchased at Harris Auction Galleries, Baltimore, November, 1993.
