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June 0813, 2019
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LOT 400

Lot 400

Large Marine Navigation Lacquered Brass Parallel Rolling Rule, The Hughes Owens Co. Ltd., 19th century

Large Marine Navigation Lacquered Brass Parallel Rolling Rule, The Hughes Owens Co. Ltd., 19th century
Lot 400 Details
Large Marine Navigation Lacquered Brass Parallel Rolling Rule, The Hughes Owens Co. Ltd., 19th century

model 1845, in mahogany case inscribed C.S. Slocum, St. John, N.B. in pencil
case length 25.75 in — 65.4 cm

Estimate $100-$150

Realised: $60
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Large Marine Navigation Lacquered Brass Parallel Rolling Rule, The Hughes Owens Co. Ltd., 19th century
  • Large Marine Navigation Lacquered Brass Parallel Rolling Rule, The Hughes Owens Co. Ltd., 19th century
  • Large Marine Navigation Lacquered Brass Parallel Rolling Rule, The Hughes Owens Co. Ltd., 19th century

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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