Sunday, January 26, 2020
January Auction | LOT #90 - Brass Ship Chronometer Assortment
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LOT #90
Brass Ship Chronometer Assortment
Three brass marine chronometers having enameled dials, gimbaled in mahogany boxes having glass faces and brass fittings; two marked “Ship’s Time” and “Quartz” on dial, the third is Russian and marked in Cyrillic characters indicating “1st Moscow Clock Factory Kirov” and having its key
Estimate: $300 - $500
Hammer Price: $225
Dimensions: Height: 6 3/4 inches, Width: 7 3/4 inches, Length: 8 1/4 inches (Russian case)
Condition: Very Good to Good, one "Ship's Time" example having lost a brass knob that holds the gimbal to the case; the Russian example lacks the hinged lid that would cover the glass; mahogany cases having occasional scratches and scuffs; moderate water damage to finish of Russian case; overall light wear consistent with age and normal use; not tested for operation; we cannot guarantee the operation, accuracy or longevity
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