Technical instrument Contemporary - Netherlands - 2020+

Brass maritime sextant (nautical navigation instrument). Material: Made from gleaming brass with silver-colored/metal scale graduations and a wooden storage case. Parts and details: Telescope/Viewfinder: A brass miniature telescope on the right side. Limb & Nonius (degree arc): An arc with a fine scale and a movable index arm equipped with a magnifier. Mirrors and filters: Equipped with several fold-out tinted glass/filters (sun filters) and mirrors for measuring angles between celestial bodies (such as the sun or stars) and the horizon. Storage case: Rests in a sturdy, dark wooden box with brass fittings and a latch at the front. Style: Classic nautical look, ideal as a decoration, collection piece, or maritime gift.

Estimate:£83.42

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