Vernier Octant by John Todd, London, circa 1850.
An eleven inch radius vernier octant by John Todd with ebonised wooden frame with inset bone scale marked from 0 – 100 degrees with inset makers bone plaque.
Lacquered brass index arm, pinhole sights, mirrors and shades contained within a stepped ebonised box with embossed lock plate, circa 1850.
‘Watchmakers and clockmakers of the world’ by Brian Loomes lists John Todd as working in London from 1780.
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Creator:John Todd, London (Maker)
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Dimensions:Height: 4 in (10.16 cm)Width: 5.71 in (14.51 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
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Style:Victorian(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:Brass
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Place of Origin:England
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Period:1850-1859
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Date of Manufacture:1850
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use.
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Seller Location:Norwich, GB
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Reference Number:Seller: LU4037312826922Seller: LU4037312826922
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