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For sale, a rare early Twentieth Century mahogany cased Typhoon barometer of barocyclonometer. This fascinating instrument is comprised of a seven inch silvered dual ring dial within a very robust nine inch brass case measuring ten centimetres in depth. The barometer is screwed to the base of the mahogany transit case. The inner lid contains a second dial which is employed as a wind disc or cyclometer to be used in conjunction with the barometer when a storm is identified. The Read More...

08 Sep

A LUXURIOUS SPYGLASS

By TESSERACT

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A LUXURIOUS SPYGLASS, English, c. late 18th century, signed “Gilbert, London.” Opening from 6-5/8″ to 19″ (17 to 48 cm) on three drawtubes, the telescope is fashioned from Sheffield silver, with a matte red enameled main tube. The two lenses of the achromatic objective are notched and keyed in to maintain their best rotational alignment as determined by the maker, and the erecting eyepiece system has four elements, giving fine images. The telescope is in excellent condition, complete with Read More...

04 Sep

ENAMELED SILVER AND GOLD CHAIN OF OFFICE

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ENAMELED SILVER AND GOLD CHAIN OF OFFICE, English, 1935, engraved on the reverse “Presented by Leo A. Rowden M.B., C.M., February 1935.” The 3-1/2″ (9 cm) tall large oval pendant has a central blue and white enameled device with central stone and gold and silver inlay, surrounded by a silver wreath set with semi-precious stones. The reverse has a locket, and the pendant is suspended from a 1-1/2″ diameter armorial in similar materials. This connects to two 8″ long Read More...

28 Aug

Salesman’s Sample of a Pearsons B1 Fire Detector by Associated Fire Alams Limited

By Jason Clarke Antiques

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For sale, a salesmans sample of a Pearson’s B1 Fire Detector by Associated Fire Alams Limited. This interesting piece contains a Pearson’s B1 Fire Detector incorporated onto an ebonised wooden base and suspended by means of four metal pillars. The wiring is fed through the back pillars into the base which acts as a battery compartment. To the side of the base is a red coloured bulb holder. A brass plaque is fixed to the front of the model directing the Read More...

27 Aug

THE ROSEN RULE FOR OPTICIANS

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“THE ROSEN RULE” FOR OPTICIANS, English, c. early 20th century, signed “London Optical Company,” the 7-1/2″ (19 cm) long two-sided aluminum rule with a complex array of scales and devices for quantitative fitting of eyeglasses. Nineteen sliding, clampable rods conform to the shape of the nose, and adjustable targets align with the centers of the pupils; a rotating index provides degree conversions, plus there are quantized arcs, linear scales, etc. This unusual rule is in very fine condition. It Read More...

22 Aug

BULLET EXTRACTOR

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BULLET EXTRACTOR, English, c. third quarter 19th century, unsigned but attributable to Coxeter of London. Measuring 9-1/2″ (24 cm) overall (closed), the extractor has a polished steel probe / scoop, with opposable toothed shaft for securing the bullet. Using the finger pulls made of a fine alloy, one withdraws the shaft, inserts the probe into the wound until the bullet is touched and then surrounded by the spiked scoop, and finally squeezes the spiked shaft closed against the bullet Read More...

19 Aug

FINE PORTABLE ELECTRO-MEDICAL OUTFIT

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FINE PORTABLE ELECTRO-MEDICAL OUTFIT, Scottish, c. early 20th century, signed on a plaque “Robert Whitelaw, Surgical Instrument Maker to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, Aberdeen & Newcastle-on-Tyne.” The outfit is housed in a cubical case of beautifully grained mahogany, 5″ (13 cm) on a side, with plated carrying handle and self-latching side drawer. This compact device incorporates a rectangular molded and cut glass carbon / zinc voltaic cell, adjustable coil, vibrator, switch, and lacquered brass fittings and terminals. Accessories include connection Read More...

19 Aug

MYSTERY OBJECT (TOOL)

By Victor Burness

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Marked Lycett’s Patent No 10949 – 1912 Read More...

18 Aug

A long 4 draw telescope by Joshua Ronchetti of Manchester

By Telescope Collector

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This very long telescope has four brass draws, and a main copper barrel 52mm diameter. The barrel was obviously once covered in leather, which is missing. The lenses are all in excellent condition, giving a very high magnification: the telescope can be hand-held despite its length. All the draws run smoothly: the first draw is engraved “J.Ronchetti Manchester”. Joshua Ronchetti was working from 1817 to 1841 in addresses including Balloon st, Market Street, St Ann’s Place/Passage, Cateaton St and Greengate. Read More...

18 Aug

A tapered single draw telescope by Negretti + Zambra, with fish-skin covering

By Telescope Collector

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This telescope is 26cm long when closed, and just over 17 inches fully open. It is engraved “Negretti & Zambra London” on the first draw, through the black coating of the brass. The eyepiece cover, the main body and the splash shield are covered with grey fish-skin, with the edges protected by brass end pieces. There is some minor damage to the fish-skin on the splash shield (shown on a photo) The largest diameter of the tapered body is 48mm. Read More...

05 Aug

Kinora motion picture viewer, circa 1903.

By Hatchwell Antiques

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A very rare double lens model of a Kinora monochrome motion picture viewer, for use by two people, on pivoting cast iron base with Corinthian column, circa 1903. With the Kinora disc badge to top, and interior of cover marked: B. M. & BIOGRAPH Co LTD – KINORA TRADEMARK – PATENT – LONDON Underside of base marked with registration number: RD No: 386494 (date of registration 1902). The Kinora was an early motion picture device, developed by the French inventors Auguste and Read More...

03 Aug

PRISTINE POCKET DENTAL TOOL SET

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PRISTINE POCKET DENTAL TOOL SET, probably English, c. first half 19th century. The 3″ x 5″ (8 x 13 cm) fitted carrying case is bound in fine dark fishskin and lined in red velvet. It contains the original complete set of six dental tools — knife, lancet, plugger, and three scalers of quite different shapes — all in polished steel with fine turned handles. Condition is excellent noting hairline cracks to the handles. An especially fine example of portable Read More...