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William J. Young Surveyor's Transit, no. 3901, 11-in. scope with rack focusing, "A"-frame supports, 6-in. dia. engraved dial marked "Wm. J. Young/Maker/3901/Philadelphia," fleur-de-lis representing north, internal vernier, and adjustment knob below, circular spirit level, all mounted to a four-screw adjustable base, ht. 12 in. Provenance: Richard Miller Collection. Estimate $300-500 components of the base appear to be recently machined 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.


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Date:
2019-10-11

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