- A CIRCA 1900 THEODOLITE SURVEYING INSTRUMENT
A CIRCA 1900 THEODOLITE SURVEYING INSTRUMENT BY GURLEYThe fine, precision made brass instrument has a hand engraved silvered dial signed W. & L. E. Gurley, Troy N.Y. with fleur-de-lis at the north position, bubbles are present, the original dovetailed mahogany case is fitted inside and with many of the original tools and accessories.Case measures 12.75 x 9.5 x 7.75 inches.Very good condition throughout, no damage, repair or heavy wear, except for the case exterior and missing lock.
- English Microptic Transit Theodolite,
English Microptic Transit Theodolite, Hilger & Watts Ltd., Debden, c.1954. model ST156-4, serial no. 198361 height 11.25 in — 28.6 cm
- An early 20th c enamelled brass theodolite
An early 20th c enamelled brass theodolite by Hilger & Watts Ltd, London, No 69993, in original fitted mahogany case, 36cm h, a contemporary barograph, 35cm w and a chemical balance by Oertling London, in glazed mahogany case, 32cm h
- ENGLISH BRASS TRANSIT TELESCOPE AND
ENGLISH BRASS TRANSIT TELESCOPE AND COMPASS English brass adjustable telescope with compass and spirit / bubble levels, circa 1900, possibly a Surveyor's transit theodolite, base inscribed "Webb 108 Oxford St London" probably for Mappin & Webb, with wooden box. Telescope: 11" H x 17" W. Provenance: From the estate of American film producer Martin Bregman (Scarface, Serpico, Dog Day Afternoon). Removed from his Park Avenue apartment decorated by Sister Parish and Albert Hadley.
- STANLEY'S LONDON BRASS SURVEYOR'S TRANSIT
STANLEY'S LONDON BRASS SURVEYOR'S TRANSIT THEODOLITEStamped mark.
15 x 6 1/2 in. diam.
Condition
Wear consistent with use. Oxidation to the metal.Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.
- ANTIQUE AUSTRIAN STARKE & KAMMERER WIEN
ANTIQUE AUSTRIAN STARKE & KAMMERER WIEN THEODOLITE A cased antique Austrian ebonized brass Starke & Kammerer Wien theodolite serial No. 9200', with accoutrements. From a Riverdale, NY estate Dimensions: case measures approx. 9" w x 7.25" d x 9.50" h. Condition: Item exhbits wear consistent with age. Not tested for functionality. Item is sold regardless of functionality. Matching numbers case.
- GEMSTONES BY THE YARD NECKLACE WITH
GEMSTONES BY THE YARD NECKLACE WITH PEARLS IN 14K (AVN)A 14k yellow gold gemstones by the yard necklace with
peridot, theodolite garnet, pearl, topaz, citrine, and amethyst stations finished with a magnetic clasp. Signed "AVN".
Pearl Attributes: Three slightly off-round 6mm pearls.
Gemstone Attributes: 2 round faceted 5mm amethyst, 2 round faceted 5mm theodolite garnet, 2 round faceted 5mm peridot, 2 round faceted 5mm topaz, 1 round faceted 5mm citrine.
Setting Type: Open bezel set.
Clasp Type: Magnetic.
Metal: 14k yellow gold.
Weight: 3.2 dwt.
Measurements: 16" long.
Markings: "AVN 14K".
Condition
Very good condition.
- WILD HEERBRUGG THEODOLITE MODEL T2,
WILD HEERBRUGG THEODOLITE MODEL T2, SERIAL NO: 45850 A Wild Heerbrugg theodolite model T2, serial no: 45850.
- WILD HEERBRUGG THEODOLITE MODEL T1,
WILD HEERBRUGG THEODOLITE MODEL T1, SERIAL NO: 13833 A Wild Heerbrugg theodolite model T1, serial no: 13833
- WILD HEERBRUGG THEODOLITE MODEL T3 SERIAL
WILD HEERBRUGG THEODOLITE MODEL T3 SERIAL NO: 53157 A Wild Heerbrugg theodolite model T3 Serial no: 53157
- WILD HEERBRUGG THEODOLITE MODEL T3,
WILD HEERBRUGG THEODOLITE MODEL T3, SERIAL NO: 26757 A Wild Heerbrugg theodolite model T3, Serial no: 26757
- WILD HEERBRUGG THEODOLITE MODEL T16-68
WILD HEERBRUGG THEODOLITE MODEL T16-68 MIL, FSN 6675-861-7939, CONTRA DSA 700-69-C-H549 A Wild Heerbrugg theodolite model T16-68 MIL, FSN 6675-861-7939, Contra DSA 700-69-C-H549
- WILD HEERBRUGG THEODOLITE, MODEL T2,
WILD HEERBRUGG THEODOLITE, MODEL T2, SERIAL NO: 57679, 1956 A Wild Heerbrugg theodolite, model T2, serial no: 57679, 1956.
- WILD HEERBRUGG THEODOLITE MODEL T1 SERIAL
WILD HEERBRUGG THEODOLITE MODEL T1 SERIAL NO: 31126 A Wild Heerbrugg theodolite model T1 serial no: 31126
- E. R. WATTS COMPANY MICROPTIC THEODOLITE
E. R. WATTS COMPANY MICROPTIC THEODOLITE E. R. Watts Company microptic theodolite, model no. 37845, 1940's vintage.
- HILGER AND WATTS LTD NO. 1 MICROPTIC
HILGER AND WATTS LTD NO. 1 MICROPTIC THEODOLITE Hilger and Watts LTD No. 1 microptic theodolite, serial no. 78939
- BRASS THEODOLITE, UNMARKEDBrass theodolite,
BRASS THEODOLITE, UNMARKEDBrass theodolite, unmarked. 12" t. In very good condition.
- BRASS THEODOLITE, SIGNED SECRETAN PARISBrass
BRASS THEODOLITE, SIGNED SECRETAN PARISBrass theodolite, signed Secretan Paris. 13 1/2" t. In very good condition.
- LARGE ITALIAN PRECISION THEODOLITE BY
LARGE ITALIAN PRECISION THEODOLITE BY SALMOIRAGHIItalian, 19th century, brass construction, engraved "Ing. A. Salmoiraghi/Milano/7020", with numerous magnifiers and bubble levels, telescope with rack-and-pinion focusing, in fitted wooden case, butterfly constructed, with plaques reading "Tacheometro/7020/Salmoiraghi", theodolite 14-1/4 x 13 in.
Condition:
one lens with crack, slight tarnish, scratching, case with scratches, checking, slight separation at seams
- 19TH C. ENGLISH BRASS THEODOLITE, STANLEY
19TH C. ENGLISH BRASS THEODOLITE, STANLEY & CO LONDONNorthwestern Europe, England, London, ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE. This is a fine antique brass and glass theodolite or land surveying instrument by the Stanley & Co. of London to measure angles for building and construction. The instrument rests on a sturdy ring base that supports 3 tripodal legs that can be raised via screws so that the horizontal plane of the tribrach or plate is adjustable. The tribrach has a compass, bubble level, and the azimuth and elevation axes are measured with a vernier scale on either side via built-in magnify lenses. The telescope is on an articulating bracket that swivels and rotates on an axis, and a vertical disc contains another pair of vernier scales, magnifying lens, a second bubble level, and a mirror. The brass lens cap is attached and most parts and knobs: swivel, articulate, and / or rotate, and the bubble levels and compass function. Size: 5" L x 5.5" W x 13.75" H (12.7 cm x 14 cm x 34.9 cm)
Provenance: private Ventura County, California, USA collection
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#168801
Condition:
Mirror base is repaired and reattached with adhesive just above the screws, the rest of the instrument is intact. Use and age-related wear- surface nicks and abrasions. Compass and bubble levels still function, but the surveying ability has not been tested, Telescope lens is intact, and all pieces are adjustable. Dark patina and toning throughout.
- WWI 1917 BRITISH ARTILLERY DIRECTOR
WWI 1917 BRITISH ARTILLERY DIRECTOR NO. 5 MK IA very rare World War 1 era (1914-18) Director No 5 Mark 1 brass artillery director theodolite gun sight. The instrument was primarily designed for the military to aid in field surveying and artillery aiming. These were originally issued to British military forward advance for the setting the elevation and angle of heavy artillery during World War 1. Unlike conventual theodolites it provides an upright - rather than an inverted image - which means that it can be used like a normal telescope. Marked W. Ottway & Co. Ltd. with multiple broad arrow marks. Measures approx. 15 1/2" x 7 1/2" x 6 1/4". Brass director has age appropriate wear and uniform patina. shipping info This item will need to be shipped by a packing company of your choice. We maintain a list of reliable shippers, or you may choose your own.
- L. 19TH FREDERICK ROBSON & CO. TRANSIT
L. 19TH FREDERICK ROBSON & CO. TRANSIT THEODOLITE Frederick Robson & Co. (English, Newcastle Upon Tyne, founded 1867), late 19th to early 20th century. Black painted and brass transit theodolite having a having telescope, horizontal and vertical circle, magnifiers, bubble levels, silvered dial and scales, and in original case with assorted accessories. Signed to the dial. Provenance: Acquired from Anderson & Garland Auctioneers, Fine Art, March 21, 2017, lot 393. Approx. h. 17"; the case h. 9", w. 15.5", d. 13.75".
- SIGNED ENGLISH BRASS THEODOLITE IN CASE,
SIGNED ENGLISH BRASS THEODOLITE IN CASE, C. 1820 English, circa 1820. Lacquered brass surveyor's theodolite or mining compass, having telescope, horizontal and vertical circle, magnifiers, bubble level, silvered dial and scales, and in original case with later mahogany base. Signed 'Shew London'. Provenance: Acquired from Dorotheum, Vienna, AT, Antique Scientific Instruments, Globes and Cameras, March 4, 2018, lot 509. Approx. h. 14"; case h. 6", w. 11.75", d. 9".
- E.R. WATTS & SON BRASS THEODOLITE, C.
E.R. WATTS & SON BRASS THEODOLITE, C. 1917 E.R. Watts & Son (English, 1856-1969), circa 1917. Lacquered brass surveyor's theodolite having telescope, horizontal and vertical circle, magnifiers, bubble level, silvered scales, and in original case with two later mahogany bases. Signed 'E.R. Watts & Son/London/No 836' and 'Patent/114036/1917'. Provenance: Acquired from Dorotheum, Vienna, AT, Antique Scientific Instruments, Globes and Cameras, March 4, 2018, lot 508. Approx. h. 16"; the case h. 7.5", w. 16.875", d. 7.5".
- BRASS THEODOLITE BY JONES CIRCA 1820
BRASS THEODOLITE BY JONES CIRCA 1820 HEIGHT 6.5". DIAMETER 4". BOX HEIGHT 7". WIDTH 5". DEPTH 5".BRASS THEODOLITE BY JONES, Circa 1820, By Thomas Jones (England, 1806-1861). Signed on the bass plate "Thomas Jones 62 Charing Cross". Silvered compass mounted on the base, below a telescope mounted on racked arc with silvered 360-degree scale and vernier. Two spirit levels. Staff head mount. Original mahogany case with maker's label at the bottom. Dimensions: Height 6.5". Diameter 4". Box height 7". Width 5". Depth 5". Provenance: Sotheby's, London, 1994.The Kelton Collection of Marine Art & Artifacts.
- GEORGE II-III BRASS 18-INCH GEODETIC
GEORGE II-III BRASS 18-INCH GEODETIC THEODOLITE 18TH CENTURYGeorge II-III Brass 18-Inch Geodetic Theodolite, 18th Century The central plate pierced and engraved, complete with lenses, the base plate with three leveling screws and a central compass with spirit levels and engraved with two scroll calendar tables. Height: 18 in (45.7 cm); Greatest diameter: 13 in (33 cm)Property from the Colonel and Mrs. Arthur W.S. Herrington Trust
- ANTIQUE BRASS SURVEYOR'S COMPASS/THEODOLITE
ANTIQUE BRASS SURVEYOR'S COMPASS/THEODOLITE Quality Transit with compass and scope, marked W. & L.E. Gurley on the silvered dial. The company, in Troy, New York, produced precision instruments from 1852 to the present day. This theodolite is from around 1900, includes a wooden tripod and later plumb bob. No case. Roughly 13" x 13" x 8".
- E.R. WATTS & SON TRANSIT/THEODOLITEE.R.
E.R. WATTS & SON TRANSIT/THEODOLITEE.R. WATTS & SON TRANSIT/THEODOLITE, brass and copper construction, threaded tri-pod base, sight glass with flip up mirror. Includes original fitted mahogany case with makers name and 22/5/20 date. Instrument #7102.
- A World War I Director theodolite, by
A World War I Director theodolite, by E R Watts & Son, numbered 4904 and dated 1918, in a fitted case with spare lens
- ENGLISH TROUGHTON & SIMMS LONDON BRASS
ENGLISH TROUGHTON & SIMMS LONDON BRASS TRANSIT THEODOLITE, SURVEYING TELESCOPE, CA 1914 14 1/2"H X 11 1/2"W X 7"DEnglish Troughton & Simms London brass Transit Theodolite, surveying telescope, ca 1914, Dimensions: 14 1/2"H x 11 1/2"W x 7"D
- WILD HEERBRUGG THEODOLITE MODEL T2,
WILD HEERBRUGG THEODOLITE MODEL T2, SERIAL NO: 12106 A Wild Heerbrugg theodolite Model T2, serial no: 12106
- WILD HEERBRUGG THEODOLITE MODEL T3 SERIAL
WILD HEERBRUGG THEODOLITE MODEL T3 SERIAL NUMBER 26389, VINTAGE 1951 Wild Heerbrugg Theodolite Model T3 Serial number 26389, vintage 1951
- H.M. POOL THEODOLITE SURVEYOR'S INSTRUMENT
H.M. POOL THEODOLITE SURVEYOR'S INSTRUMENT W/ XTRA Boston, Massachusetts,Circa 1900Exceptionally preserved instrument of solid brass with silver dial compass on original wooden tripod base, retains original instrument box.
- W. & L.E. Gurley aluminum and brass
W. & L.E. Gurley aluminum and brass theodolite and mahogany case with matching numbers of #251021, circa 1925, made for Southwestern Blue Print Co., Dallas, TX.
Case: 15"h x 14"w x 9.5"d
Condition: Case missing hasps, losses to accessories, otherwise compass and transit are in good condition.
- French drum theodolite, circa 1870,
French drum theodolite, circa 1870, made for Maximo Mandel, Buenos Aires, Argentina with lens cover and oak case with label.
Instrument: 11'"h x 8"l
Case: 13" x 7" x 9"
- La Filotecnica theodolite Ing. A. Salmoiraghi
La Filotecnica theodolite Ing. A. Salmoiraghi Co., Milano #23066, circa 1900, lacquered and oxidized brass on wood with mahogany box and accessories.
Tripod: 54"l
Instrument: 15"h x 13"l
Box: 13"h x 14"l x 7"w
Condition: Wear consistent with age.