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Antique Cased Octant, Scottish, Ebony, Navigation
Our Stock # 24988
This is an antique cased octant. A Scottish, ebony navigational instrument, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1850.
Appealing navigation instrument with fascinating display interest
Presents a desirable aged patina and in good original order
Octant frame crafted in ebony, with cellulose scale inserts
Accompanied with a fine walnut carry case in a warm caramel hue
Octants measure the height of the sun or a star from the horizon
Positioning can be ascertained using a scale of 45 degrees, or 1/8 of a circle
Vernier loosens the scale arm, giving a reading when light enters the mirror
Rotating neutral density glass rings add protection to the viewer
Maker's mark to the centre for Robert Millar of Leith, Edinburgh
Case finished with a rotating clasp and inset lock — key absent
Supplied with a couple of ancillary accessories
This is a delightful antique cased octant, with a striking ebony appearance and set within a quality carry case. Ideal for display to those of a navigational interest. Delivered ready to enjoy.
Dimensions:
Case Width: 30cm (11.75'')
Case Depth: 33.5cm (13.25'')
Case Height: 12.5cm (5'')
Octant Width: 24.5cm (9.75'')
Octant Depth: 30.5cm (12'')
Octant Height: 10cm (4'')
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This is an antique cased octant. A Scottish, ebony navigational instrument, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1850.
Appealing navigation instrument with fascinating display interest
Presents a desirable aged patina and in good original order
Octant frame crafted in ebony, with cellulose scale inserts
Accompanied with a fine walnut carry case in a warm caramel hue
Octants measure the height of the sun or a star from the horizon
Positioning can be ascertained using a scale of 45 degrees, or 1/8 of a circle
Vernier loosens the scale arm, giving a reading when light enters the mirror
Rotating neutral density glass rings add protection to the viewer
Maker's mark to the centre for Robert Millar of Leith, Edinburgh
Case finished with a rotating clasp and inset lock — key absent
Supplied with a couple of ancillary accessories
This is a delightful antique cased octant, with a striking ebony appearance and set within a quality carry case. Ideal for display to those of a navigational interest. Delivered ready to enjoy.
Dimensions:
Case Width: 30cm (11.75'')
Case Depth: 33.5cm (13.25'')
Case Height: 12.5cm (5'')
Octant Width: 24.5cm (9.75'')
Octant Depth: 30.5cm (12'')
Octant Height: 10cm (4'')
We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.
We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.
Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.
Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.
Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.
Our Ref: 24988 Free delivery to most of the. U. K. & fast worldwide shipping
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Category Nautical Antiques
Date c.1850
Early Victorian Antiques Material Ebony
Origin Scottish
Item code as272a8249 / 24988
Status For Sale
£1195.00 
$1524.22
€1395.52
$1524.22
€1395.52
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