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Antique Marine Telescope, English, Single Draw, Ship, Refractor, Victorian
$1,249.38List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 24.81 in (63 cm)Width: 17.52 in (44.5 cm)Depth: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)
- Style:Victorian (Of the Period)
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- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1895
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in good antique condition. Primary barrel leather absent.
- Seller Location:Hele, Devon, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 18.63331stDibs: LU2645318256722
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