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23 Oct

Equinoctial Compass Sundial in case – T. W. Watson.

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The chapter ring measures 2.5″ ( 6.5 cm ) across, the dial is signed, \’T. B. Watson & Son, 4 Pall Mall,London’. With bubble levels and folding latitude and gnomon bars.There are three levelling screws. Contained in original moroccan case with almanac chart. Thomas William Watson began  c.1876, and his brother, Arthur, joined c.1884 to form Watson Brothers. Read More...
23 Oct

ONE PINT COPPER IRISH MEASURE BY NEWMAN

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SHIPPING BY FEDEX, DHL, ROYAL MAIL, ETC. FULLY TRACKED.  Contact Email:  [email protected] Read More...
22 Oct

A rare 18th-century microscope magnification slider with five magnifications in complete condition.

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This is a rare 18th-century microscope with a magnification slider offering five distinct levels of magnification, and it is in excellent condition. While it could have functioned autonomously, however, the presence of the rail with the stops suggests it may have been part of a larger instrument. There are limited options for the maker of this instrument, as only a few manufacturers utilize such sliders. I’ll leave further research to more knowledgeable experts. Please also note the provided dimensions. Read More...
20 Oct

Three draw telescope – H. Kenyon.

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A three draw brass telescope; the first draw engraved, ‘H. Kenyon successor to J. Smith’. Also engraved, ‘Miss Janet Soulby’ (presumably the owner). The telescope measures 5.5″ when closed and 15.25 when fully drawn with a main lens of 28mm. Damage free, it gives excellent clear views. Henry Kenyon worked from 1839 – 1841. Read More...
20 Oct

SOLD – Equinoctial Compass Sundial in case – Watson & Son.

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SOLD – The chapter ring measures 2.5″ ( 6.5 cm ) across, the dial is signed, ‘Watson & Son. 318 High Holborn, London’. With bubble levels folding latitude and gnomon bars and three levelling screws. Contained in original moroccan case with almanac chart. Read More...
20 Oct

Proportional dividers in case by Stanley.

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Nickel silver, 6 inches in length. In original padded case. Read More...
20 Oct

A FINE COMPOUND MICROSCOPE by Pillischer ¾ 19th

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A FINE COMPOUND MICROSCOPE by Pillischer ¾ 19th A Compound Microscope signed: “M. Pillischer  London” Nr. 467 Complete with 2 objectives in canister and original case. Dimension:  33cm (13”) high Case: 16×17.5x19cm (6 ¼”x7”x7 ½”) Mint condition (please note some desilvering on the mirror). Moritz PILLISCHER (w1851-1887) was a renowned instrument maker in the Victorian era. He gained Prize Medal in 1851, 1855 and 1862. He had shop in 398 Oxford Street, London (1851-53) and in 88 New Bond street (1854-1887). Known to have sold: Read More...
18 Oct

FINE MESSUM NAUTICAL PROTRACTOR RULE BY CARY

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SHIPPING BY FEDEX, UPS, DHL, ETC. FULLY TRACKED.  Contact Email:  [email protected] Read More...
17 Oct

A large Equinoctial Compass Sundial by Cary. Sharkskin case.

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A very nice equinoctial compass sundial by Cary, London, the chapter ring measuring 4.25 inches across ( 10.5 cm ). It has a folding latitude bar and gnomon bar; the silvered dial with finely engraved compass rose with outer degree markings, two bubble levels and jewelled needle with locking bar. All with original lacquer and silvering. Contained in original shark skin case with 4 fastening hooks. Read More...
16 Oct

Vintage W. Watson & Sons Ltd – Bactil Monocular Brass Microscope – c1930, Cased

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Watson Bactil Monocular – circa 1930 Wide-body Model in Lacquered Brass Finish with Matching Numbers Offered for sale is a superbly engineered vintage original Bactil model microscope by W. Watson & Sons Limited of London.  It dates to 1930 based on the sequential Watson production number of 46144, which is engraved onto the main optical tube.   This inter-war example is in all-original condition as far as I can tell and has clearly been pretty well looked after by its former custodians. Read More...
15 Oct

A HANDSOME DOLLOND TELESCOPE, 2/2 18th

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A good “Dollond London” four-draw tubes refracting telescope in green ray skin (shagreen) and green vellum tubes with brass fittings. Dimension: 28cm (11”) close; 102 (40”) fully extended Conditon: very good, few scratches to inner tubes. Complete with dust-cap (objective cap missing). It gives fine erect images with its singlet objective lens.   John (1706 – 1761) and Peter (1730- 1820) Dollond were British makers of optical and astronomical instruments who developed an achromatic (non-colour-distorting) refracting telescope.    Read More...
15 Oct

A “MAGAZINE” CASE OF DRAWING INSTRUMENTS

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A “MAGAZINE” CASE OF DRAWING INSTRUMENTS A “magazine” case of 35 drawing instruments of fine mahogany with lid inlay with brass cartouche engraved “A P”. Inside are 5 fitted tiers lined with red velvet which contain 35 instruments for architectural purpose. Compasses, ruling pens, proportional compasses (one signe Butterfield), parallel rules, scales, protractors, etc. A full-set composite “magazine” case from the early 19th century in perfect condition. Case: 27x21x12 cm (10 ½”x8 ¼”x4 ¾”). Functional key. Total weight 3.6 kg FEEL FREE TO ASK FOR DETAIL Read More...
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