18th C mahogany barreled ten sided telescope
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A brass and mahogany single draw antique telescope, with sliding eyepiece and lens covers. The single draw pulls out freely from the wooden casing, which is comprised of ten strips ofmahogany, approximately 5/8 in. wide, bound by beaded turning brass rings at either end. Maker "J Gilbert" and "Tower Hill London" inscribed on the inner tube. The eyepiece is bell shaped and retains the retractable eyepiece cover. Note themaker's signature beginning at the eyepiece. English, probably mid 18th C. L. when closed: 65 cm (25 5/8 in.) L. when fully extended: 78.7 cm (31 in.) L. of draw: 21 cm (8 1/4 in.) Dia. of eyepiece: 2.5 cm (1 in.) Dia. of barrel: 5.1 cm (2 in.) Condition Report Small split seam on the cap.
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18th C mahogany barreled ten sided telescope
Estimate CA$600 - CA$800
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