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A Boxwood Slide Rule, English, early 19th century,

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A Boxwood Slide Rule, English, early 19th century,

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A Boxwood Slide Rule, English, early 19th century, with two slides, together with a smaller boxwood slide rule with single slide and stamped WEST FLEET ST LONDON, and an ebony Gunter rule with brass caps and inset plaque engraved T P 1675, the largest 37in (94cm) long (3) For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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A Boxwood Slide Rule, English, early 19th century,

Name: A Boxwood Slide Rule, English, early 19th century,
SKU: 160208355
Price: 7000 GBP
Availability: InStock

Estimate £300 - £500

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