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19th century Theodolite.
19th century mahogany cased theodolite. The brass and gilt brass level has a rotating circular base with thumbscrew adjustment and a compass with silvered dial and stop lever engraved with maker’s name, W & S Jones, 30 Holborn, London.
The telescope is supported on its axis by two A frames and is fully adjustable by thumb screws, the radius is engraved with a scale and the telescope also has a bubble level attached.
The folding mahogany tripod stand is brass mounted and the brass centering plate is also adjustable. W & S Jones were at 30 Holborn from 1800 - 1860 and were amongst the most successful scientific instrument makers in London.
English, circa 1800 - 1830.
Box: Height 4.75” (12cm) Width 6.5” (16cm) Depth 5” (13cm)Base Dial 4” Diameter.
Stock No. 9653.
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9653Open Monday - Saturdays 10am - 5pm and by appointment. Closed Bank Holidays
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- Since 1918, BADA has been the leading association for the antiques and fine art trade
- Members are elected for their knowledge, integrity and quality of stock
- Our clients are protected by BADA’s code of conduct
- Our dealers’ membership is reviewed and renewed annually
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