Vernier sextant - Metal - D.B. Siebe Instrument XVIII - sextant with documentation

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This British metal nautical sextant by D.B. Siebe Instrument XVIII dates from 1900–1910 and comes with its wooden case and original documentation.

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Description from the seller

An original antique nautical sextant from D.B. Siebe Instrument XVIII, complete with wooden storage box and original documentation.
What makes this specimen special is that it still includes:
- Original KNMI inspection report "Investigation of Angle-Measuring Instruments"
- Instrument number 1548
- Original documentation from D. McGregor & Co., Chronometer & Nautical Instrument Makers
- Original wooden box
- Telescope, mirrors and sun filters present
Engraved inscription: "D.B. Siebe Instrument XVIII"
This sextant is an authentic maritime navigation instrument and not a modern replica. The instrument shows normal signs of use and aging appropriate to its age

An original antique nautical sextant from D.B. Siebe Instrument XVIII, complete with wooden storage box and original documentation.
What makes this specimen special is that it still includes:
- Original KNMI inspection report "Investigation of Angle-Measuring Instruments"
- Instrument number 1548
- Original documentation from D. McGregor & Co., Chronometer & Nautical Instrument Makers
- Original wooden box
- Telescope, mirrors and sun filters present
Engraved inscription: "D.B. Siebe Instrument XVIII"
This sextant is an authentic maritime navigation instrument and not a modern replica. The instrument shows normal signs of use and aging appropriate to its age

Details

Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
D.B. Siebe Instrument XVIII
Title additional information
sextant with documentation
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
Metal
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
25 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
10 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
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