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$2,706

W. L. Potts Surveyor's Vernier Compass, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, 5 1/2-in. engraved silver dial with decorated eight-point rose, and fleur-de-lis representing north, raised central boss reading "W.L. Potts Bucks Pennsy," blued-steel needle, and outer ring calibrated 0-90 in four quadrants, single vial, vernier, and screw-mount sights, housed in the original fitted pine box with tripod mount, and brass plumb bob, lg. 14 1/2 in. Estimate $1,000-1,500 box lid needs to be reattached The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.


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Date:
2017-10-27

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