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[nb-NO]Object number[nb-NO]
A-109
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[nb-NO]Object name[nb-NO]
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[nb-NO]Title[nb-NO]
Sextant: Box
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[nb-NO]Description[nb-NO]
Circular polished brass box of which the lid that when screwed on the back serves as handle. The index arm is moved by a gear and a milled screw let into the upper plate. One shade (red) moved by lever. Horizon glass adjustment only, by square-headed screws and milled key stored in the upper plate. Magnifier (single lens) on a swiveling arm. Sliding shutter with choice of open pinhole or a shade (red).
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[nb-NO]Material[nb-NO]
Signed on the upper plate: "Banks, London"
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[nb-NO]Subject[nb-NO]
England
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7.6 |
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3.7 |
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