2251
English Octant, Spencer, Browning & Rust, in case
Estimate:
$1,500 - $2,000
Passed
Live Auction
November 5th, 2021 Gallery Auction l Americana Historical Documents, Memorabilia, & Weapons
Category
Description
London, 2nd quarter 19th century, retailed by H. Duren, New York; ebony frame with brass mounts, 11 1/2 in. L.; with original oak case, bearing mid-19th Century label of A. Stowell, instrument retailer, Baltimore. Reportedly belonged to Capt. Oliver Moses of Baltimore, and with brass label to that effect.
Provenance
From the estate of a Maryland collector. Purchased from New Oxford Antiques Center, PA, March, 2002.
