Sextant - Wood, Metal

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Heath & Co. precision sextant, model Hezzanith, in good used condition with black metal finish and brass graduated scale, supplied in its original wooden case with green felt lining, dimensions 14 cm high by 28 x 27 cm, made in the United Kingdom.

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Description from the seller

This is a precision nautical sextant model "Hezzanith", produced by the renowned Heath & Co. of London. The instrument, kept in its original wooden case lined with green felt, features a black metal finish with a brass graduated scale and includes its original accessories, such as the telescope and the adjustment key. The examination certificate stuck inside the lid identifies the specimen with serial number 62088 and bears the date March 21, 1962, attesting to its technical accuracy and the build quality typical of British scientific instruments of the era.

Box 14x28x27 cm

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Seller's Story

Sale of valuable antiques and vintage items of any kind. Follow my auctions to stay updated on new lots! Attention! Paintings and prints are shipped without glass for reasons of fragility.
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This is a precision nautical sextant model "Hezzanith", produced by the renowned Heath & Co. of London. The instrument, kept in its original wooden case lined with green felt, features a black metal finish with a brass graduated scale and includes its original accessories, such as the telescope and the adjustment key. The examination certificate stuck inside the lid identifies the specimen with serial number 62088 and bears the date March 21, 1962, attesting to its technical accuracy and the build quality typical of British scientific instruments of the era.

Box 14x28x27 cm

Please study the photographs carefully as they are an integral part of the description.
Tracked shipping including secure packaging, any duties and customs taxes will be charged to the buyer.

Seller's Story

Sale of valuable antiques and vintage items of any kind. Follow my auctions to stay updated on new lots! Attention! Paintings and prints are shipped without glass for reasons of fragility.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
Metal, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
14 cm
Width
28 cm
Depth
27 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940
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Objects sold
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