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Object number
G-12
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Classification
Surveying
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Object name
Sextant
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Title
Sextant: Box
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Creator
Unidentified
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Description
Circular brown-lacquered brass box of which the lid that when screwed onto the back of the instrument serves as handle. The index arm is moved by gear and a milled knob let into the upper plate. Two shades (red, green), moved by levers. Horizon glass adjustment only, by square-headed screws and detached key stored in the upper plate. Swiveling magnifier (single lens) with a locking pin. Choice of sliding pinhole sight or telescope (49 mm) stored in the body of the instrument. Shaded eyepiece (red).
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Inscription/Sig.
Unsigned.
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Material
oxidized brass, silver
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Place Of Prod.
England
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Dimensions
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7.6 |
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7.6 |
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4 |
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Frame
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