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19th Century Naval Navigational Octant by Crichton
London
in Original Case
Price:$1,250
$1,450List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 3 in (7.62 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)
- Style:Other (Of the Period)
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- Place of Origin:
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- Date of Manufacture:1830s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Nantucket, MA
- Reference Number:Seller: AD - 273-50 LYI1stDibs: LU903928959592
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