$2,460
Unusual W. & L.E. Gurley Pocket Railroad Compass with Telescope, c. 1876-78, 5-in. silvered compass dial marked with maker's name, internal vernier and spirit levels, folding sighting vanes with an 11-in. telescope with manual adjustment, housed in its original mahogany case with paper label. Provenance: The collection of William H. Skerritt. Note: According to Skerritt this was an experimental or prototype instrument and was never put into production. Estimate $600-800 Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. 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 shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2019-04-12