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GOODRICKE, John (1764–1786) Autograph letter signed, to to Nathaniel Pigott, ‘M[inster]. Yard’, [York] (18 December [1782]) 2pp., bifolium; 159 x 200mm (open). A delightful letter by the young astronomer John Goodricke, instructing the father of his close collaborator Edward Pigott on the observation of the newly discovered ‘Georgian Star’, i.e. Uranus. Through 1781 the astronomical world had debated the nature of William Herschel’s newly observed ‘comet’ – or could it be a new planet? (Herschel even speculated that it might be ‘a Read More...

04 Mar

A large and brass pantograph By Elliott, circa 1830

By Le Zograscope

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A large brass pantograph by William II Elliott, signed “Wm Elliott 227 High Holborn London”, circa 1830-833. William II Elliott was active between 1804 and 1849 but was only at 227 High Holborn for a few years between 1830 and 1833. A pantograph is a drawing instrument used to reproduce a pattern to an exact scale, enlarged or reduced. This model is absolutely complete with all its parts, accessories and especially its 6 wheels. A handwritten note, apparently autographed by Elliott, inside Read More...

01 Mar

A large 10inch/24,5cm proportionnal dividers by Dollond, circa 1760-1770

By Le Zograscope

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A very good example of a quite large and cased English proportionnal dividers measuring 10inch/24,5cm lenght signed “Dollond London” and datable around 1760-1770. The proportionnal dividers is divided with three lines for circles, planes and lines. It is stored in its original fishskin case measuring 26,5cm lenght (a little damage inside the case). A rare example of its size. Read More...

28 Feb

Antique Smith & Beck Student Model Monocular Brass Microscope – circa 1854, Cased

By Arcboutant Scientific

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Offered for sale is a collectable example of a mid-sized antique monocular brass microscope by quality makers Smith & Beck of London. The instrument is numbered 862 and bears the details of its makers Smith & Beck and their address at 6 Coleman Street, London on the optical tube. Examination of the Smith & Beck delivery book available on the Quekett site gives the exact date of manufacture and its first sale as 1st July 1854 and I’ve Read More...

26 Feb

Two day marine chronometer by Thomas Mercer

By Hatchwell Antiques

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Two day marine chronometer by Thomas Mercer Ltd, St. Albans, England, circa 1966. 4 inch silvered roman dial, minute tracking, and power reserve in 8 hour increments. Serial number: 25812 Dial signed: Thomas Mercer Fusee movement. Mahogany 3 part case with brass gimble, handles, and mounts. Locking arm and tipsy key. Case with brass retailer’s label: C.L. Malmsjö & Co. of Gothenburg. Felt lined mahogany deck box with leather strap. (29 x 26 x 22 cm). Height: 17.5 cm. Width: 19 cm Depth: 20 cm. Thomas Mercer Ltd: established 1858 makers of chronometers, Read More...

24 Feb

Silver octant

By Scientific Inspirations

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A silver octant crafted from solid silver with hall marks. 100 grams. 15 cm x 9 cm. For decorative use. Read More...

23 Feb

Surgical travel set By John MILLIKIN C.1800

By Antiques Le Saint Georges

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Surgical travel set By John MILLIKIN C.1800 Mahogany set with surgical saw , knife and scalpels and surgical instruments Read More...

22 Feb

Four Submarine Type Ceramic Baby Feeders

By Fletcher

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Four blue and white submarine type baby feeders all in good condition, for sale separately Read More...

22 Feb

SOLD – Antique Smith & Beck Student Model Wenham Binocular Microscope – c1864, Cased

By Arcboutant Scientific

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Offered for sale is a collectable example of a mid-sized antique Wenham binocular brass microscope by quality makers Smith & Beck of London. The instrument is numbered 3389 and bears the details of its makers Smith & Beck and their address at 6 Coleman Street, London on the Wenham optical tube. Examination of the Smith & Beck delivery book available on the Quekett site gives the approximate date of manufacture and its first sale as 1864. Unfortunately, details Read More...

22 Feb

A good equinoctial compass sundial – E.M. Clarke.

By Scientific Inspirations

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In good original condition, the chapter ring measuring 2.5 inches across, with folding gnonom and latitude bar, the silvered dial with needle and locking arm. Retains all lacquer and silvering. Contained in plush lined moroccon case with locking clasps. Edward Marmaduke Clarke was in business at 428 Strand from 1840 – 1851. Read More...

22 Feb

Two Objects of Electrostatic Interest

By Fletcher

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1. Glass cylinder, one end with spike and the other a brass ball, set into wax, some losses. Glass cylinder has metal ends, one threaded, with holes either end possibly for introducing gas or evacuating air. 2. Very fragile and partly damaged metal foil covered paper in a roll, one end terminating with a glass rod, the other a brass rod. Marked in ink on handwritted small label ‘Electr. vlak 1820. Read More...

22 Feb

Chamberland Pasteur Filter

By Fletcher

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The Chamberland-Pasteur Filter was invent in 1884 by Charles Chamberland, and was used to remove bacteria from drinking water and to sterilise liquids. This example is marked on the lid ‘Sole Licensee and makers, Pasteur Chamberland Filter Co. 5, White Street Finsbury London. Tin box shows some losses to black paint and interior ‘modus operandi’ label is stained and discoloured. Read More...