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Item Ships From: Europe
Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Leather, Broadhurst Clarkson Co, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique 3-draw telescope. An English, leather and brass terrestrial refractor by Broadhurst, Clarkson & Co, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. Perfect for bird ...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

A terrestrial seven inches globe, signed Felix Delamache, France 1845.
By Félix Delamarche
Located in Milan, IT
Engraved wooden and paper maché globe. Equator resting on four quarter meridians on a turned black fruit wooden base with moved profile and circular base. The globe is composed of tw...
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1840s Italian Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Wood, Paper

Pair of Antique Customs Excise Measures, English, Etched Glass Beakers C.1920
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique Customs & Excise measures. An English, etched glass governmental beaker set, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920. A rare and intriguing example of ...
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1920s British Other Vintage Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Glass

Pair of molecular atomic structure models. Leybold, Germany, 1940.
Located in Milan, IT
Pair of molecular atomic structure models for chemical didactic use. The spheres are made of painted wood and represent atoms and a molecule. The bases are in turned and ebonized fru...
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Mid-20th Century German Europe Scientific Instruments

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Wood, Fruitwood

18th Century Octagonal Brass Sundial Signed “Johan Schrettegger
Located in Madrid, ES
Exceptional 18th-century octagonal brass sundial, signed “Johan Schrettegger, Augsburg”, featuring a blued steel needle, a folding latitude arc engraved 10°–90°, and an engraved equi...
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18th Century Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique Surveyor s Level, English, Brass, Scientific Instrument, Halden Sons
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique surveyor's level. An English, brass scientific instrument by J. Halden & Sons of Manchester, dating to the early 20th century, circ...
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Early 20th Century British Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Anatomical model for class: a heart, France 1890.
Located in Milan, IT
Anatomical model for class, depicting an animal’s heart, made out of painted papier mache. Ebonized wooden base, square shape. France circa 1890.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

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Wood

20th Century Japanese Pair Of Naval Bridge "Big Eye" Binoculars By Nikon c.1940
By Nikon
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A rare 20th Century set of Japanese naval bridge “big eye“ binoculars by Nikon manufactured during WWII by Tokyo Kogaku Kikai (Tokyo Optical Company). They have been expertly cleaned...
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20th Century Japanese Other Europe Scientific Instruments

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Metal

Fine Circular Protractor by William Cary, London c.1810
By Cary
Located in Norwich, GB
William Cary, London Circular Protractor. C.1810 The protractor with geared knob turn for full diameter bar, double hinged scribe arms with shaped frame. Main wheel with four spokes and glass sight cross centre, full circumference inscribed divider to 360 degrees signed Cary, London to the bar. Adjustment screws to the arms and housed in it’s original mahogany case with hinged lid. William Cary is listed as working in Strand, London from 1801 to 1825. William Cary was an important scientific instrument maker, he trained under Jesse Ramsden (1735-1800) he produced numerous scientific instruments including mechanical calculators...
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1810s English Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Large Arts Crafts Hand-Carved Nutwood Barometer with Thermometer, Early 1900s
Located in Lisse, NL
This rare and decorative early 20th-century Arts & Crafts wall barometer and thermometer is a striking testament to Dutch craftsmanship. Hand-carved from a single solid piece of rich...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Europe Scientific Instruments

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Metal, Brass

Late 19th C Gregory Bottley Scientific Collection of Mineral Fossils Shell
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A good collection of Gregory Bottley mineral, fossils and shell all contained in there original teak trays and card board sleeves. Each specimen has its original hand written and nu...
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Natural Fiber, Hardwood

Scientific tool for demonstrating the refraction of light, Italy 1920.
Located in Milan, IT
Scientific tool for demonstrating and assessing the refraction of light. Constructed in boxed metal with a square section, it consists of a horizontal tube that bends a few grids in ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Ancient anatomical model of the hand, Italy 1900.
Located in Milan, IT
Anatomical model for schools, educational use, depicting the hand swinging on a fork supported by a black lacquered wooden base. Made of plaster and finished entirely in colour. Ital...
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Early 20th Century Italian Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Floor Standing Telescope by Piet G. Meesters
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This beautiful floor standing telescope, 60mm f/15 NEDOPTIFA, dates from the 1930s and was made by Piet G. Meesters. One of the most famous Dutch amateur astronomers of the last cent...
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1930s Dutch Vintage Europe Scientific Instruments

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Brass, Iron

Vintage Cased Monocular, French, Field Viewing Scope, Optical Interest, Art Deco
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage cased monocular. A French, enamelled brass and leather viewing scope, dating to the Art Deco period, circa 1930. Delightful field monocular, with 8 x 30 magnificat...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Three-Dimensional Midcentury Anatomical Wall Plaster Sculpture, Germany, 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Midcentury three-dimensional anatomical plaster painting, provenance Hygiene Museum Dresden with museum sticker label, Germany 1950s. Please note tha...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Plaster, Wood

1900s Brass Bakelite Magnetic Topographer Compass Surveyor Measurement Instrumen
Located in Milan, IT
Magnetic topographer compass from the early 1900s, brass and bakelite base; instrument consisting of a magnetized needle free to rotate on a horizontal plane, marking with its tip th...
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Early 1900s European Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Paravia Magnetism and Electricity Cassette with Original Instruments, 1960su2028
By Paravia
Located in Milano, IT
Paravia, scientific instruments, vintage educational kit, 1960s, Norstedts, magnetism, optics, thermology, mechanics, applied electricity, top vintage lab, educational set, experimen...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Copper, Magnets

Antique Decorative Butcher s Steelyard, English, Iron, Weighing Instrument, 1800
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Early 19th Century Butchers Steelyard for Weighing Scale A good original industrial piece, the balance has blacksmith made sliding hook for adjustment of balance weight The Steel...
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Early 19th Century Industrial Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

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Iron

Antique Telescope, Large, Single Draw Refractor, Cary London, circa 1820
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique telescope, a large single draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An English, late Georgian piece dating to circa 1820. Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky. Supplied ready to enjoy; Fully inspected and lenses cleaned by our in-house restorer. Larger than most presenting a clear, sharp optical performance Tapered, original painted, primary barrel in good order Draw tube in good order with smooth action 56mm, 2.25" objective lens Presents a good, sharp and bright image Engraved 'Cary, London' Complete with lens CAP and swivel dust cover Supplied with an London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display An historic, period piece as good to use today as it was two hundred years ago. Dimensions: Max Drawn Length: 112cm (44'' Closed Length: 76cm (30'') Objective Glass Diameter: 5.6cm (2.25'') About Cary, The Stand, London William Cary was born in 1759, the third of four brothers to George and Mary Cary. The eldest, George, was a haberdasher, John a map maker and the youngest, Francis, an engraver. William served his apprenticeship under Jesse Ramsden, arguably one of the finest instrument makers in England, and went on to produce Fine instruments himself, working alongside his brother John. They produced telescopes, microscopes, navigation and surveying equipment, mechanical calculators...
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Vintage Stereoscope Bar Parallax, Scientific Instrument, JM Glauser, London
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage stereoscope bar parallax. An English, brass scientific instrument for measuring depth in aerial photographs or maps, by JM Glauser & Sons of London, dating to the m...
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1950s English Other Vintage Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shells, Circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very interesting set of shells collected by an amateur between the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century. The shells are classified by size and age either in ...
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Early 20th Century Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Shell

19th Century Plaster Phrenology Bust by Vago of London, 1869
By Vago
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A tactile plaster cast phrenology head, primitively produced yet highly decorative and a obvious rare survivor. A inscribed label of the maker Vago alo...
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Plaster, Paper

19th Century Portable Wooden Sundial
Located in Madrid, ES
Charming portable sundial crafted in engraved wood, dating from the 19th century. This compact timekeeping instrument exemplifies the practical elegance and craftsmanship of traditio...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Fruitwood

Antique Chemist s Mortar Pestle, French Bronze Apothecary Aid, Victorian, 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique chemist's mortar pestle set. A French, bronze apothecary aid with beech and ceramic pestle, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Delightful Fre...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Bronze

Pocket Globe by Nathaniel Hill, London 1754
Located in Milano, IT
Nathaniel Hill Pocket globe London, 1754 The globe is contained in its original case, which itself is covered in shark skin. There are slight gaps in the original paint on the sphere. The case no longer closes. The sphere measures 2.6 in (6.8 cm) in diameter whereas the case measures 2.9 in (7.4 cm) in diameter. lb 0.24 (kg 0.11) The globe is made up of twelve printed paper gores aligned and glued to the sphere. In the North Pacific Ocean there is a scroll with the inscription: A New terrestrial Globe by Nath. Hill, 1754. The celestial globe is depicted on the inside of the box. On the terrestrial globe much of central and southern Africa is empty. North America bears only the name of some British colonies. It shows California as a peninsula and the northwest coast of America as "unknown parts" (Alaska is not described and is only partially delineated; it would become part of the United States in 1867). The route of Admiral Anson is traced (1740) and the trade winds are indicated by arrows. Australia, still named New Holland (the new name would be introduced in 1829), is part of the west coast. (See Van der Krogt, P., Old Globes in the Netherlands, Utrecht 1984, p. 146 and Van der Krogt, P. - Dekker, E., Globes from the Western World, London 1993, p. 115.) Nathaniel Hill (London, news from 1746 to 1768) had impeccable professional credentials: he had done his apprenticeship with Richard Cushee, who at the time was carrying out surveying work for John Senex's Surrey map...
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1750s English George II Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Shagreen, Paper

French enamel, brass and mother of pearl Opera Glasses
Located in London, GB
A fine pair of French enamel, brass and mother of pearl opera glasses, pink enamelled and jewelled barrels, with mother of pearl caps. Go...
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1880s French Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Antique Apothecary Mortar Pestle, English, Bronze, Chemist Shop Aid, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique apothecary mortar and pestle. An English, bronze chemist's shop aid, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800. Quality Georgian apothecary aid with superb finis...
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Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Bronze

Didactic Flower Model German Manufacture of 1860 circa Made of Painted Plaster
Located in Milan, IT
Didactic flower, German manufacture of 1860 circa, depicting Marchantia Polymorpha L., made of painted plaster on a wooden base; the seed is removab...
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1860s German Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Plaster

Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Ross
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique officer of the watch telescope. An English, leather and nickel silver single draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use, by Ross of London, circa 1920. ...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Leather

Curiosité Cabinet Collection of Shell Circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very interesting set of shells collected by an amateur between the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century. The shells are classified by size and age either in ...
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Early 20th Century Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Shell

Antique Cased Optometrist s Set, English, Optical Instrument, Boxed, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique cased optometrist's set. An English, mahogany optical instrument box, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Fine display ...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Wood

Portable Universal Equinoctial Dial
Located in Madrid, ES
This is an instrument that consists of a brass base and a brass stand on which a semi-circular metal dial plate and gnomon are attached. The base is circular and has a felt bottom. I...
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Early 1900s Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Italian Artist s Mannequin from the 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
This elegant Italian artist's mannequin from approximately 1900 is a beautiful representation of craftsmanship from the 19th century. Crafted from solid fruitwood, it stands as a tes...
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Early 1900s Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

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Fruitwood

Vintage Drawing Instrument Set, German, Draughtsman s Tools, Schcenner, C.1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage drawing instrument set. A German, nickel draughtsman's tool case by Schcenner, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1930. Fine German instrument set in fold-out carry case Displaying a desirable aged patina throughout Silver nickel presents a lightly tarnished appearance, commensurate with age Presented within a textured carry case with four fold design 8 pieces offering the essential tools for the travelling draughtsman Comprises a pair of compass, two bow compass and ruling pen...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Nickel

Antique Original Engraving of Seasons by Le Bas, C.1780
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique astronomy print titled 'L'inégalité des Saisons et des Jours'. Interesting print explaining why there is an inequality in the length of days and seasons. Source unknown, to b...
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18th Century Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

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Paper

Large pressure gauge with brass bezel by Dewrance of London
Located in London, GB
A large early 20th century pressure gauge with brass bezel by Dewrance of London. Dial marked: 0 – 200 pounds per square inch. 0-25-50-75-100-125-150-175-200 POUNDS PRESSURE PER □ ...
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Early 20th Century English Industrial Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Induction electrification demonstrator instrument, Italy 1920.
Located in Milan, IT
Induction electrification demonstrator instrument. By putting two electrically neutral spheres in contact with each other, when a charged wand is approached, it is possible to notice...
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Early 20th Century Italian Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Blown Glass

Walter Bosse Cow Figurine Table Thermometer by Herta Baller, Austria, 1950s
By Herta Baller, Walter Bosse
Located in Vienna, AT
A charming sculptural Austrian midcentury desk thermometer, displaying a cow with a lantern-shaped thermometer. A humorous design by Walter Bosse, executed by Hertha Baller Austria i...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Three-Dimensional Anatomical Midcentury Wall Plaster Sculpture, Germany, 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Midcentury three-dimensional anatomical plaster painting representing human respiratory system, provenance Hygiene Museum Dresden with museum sticker ...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Botanical Model in Enlarged Section of a Moraceae Syconium, Italy, 1930s
Located in Milan, IT
Model in enlarged section of a Moraceae syconium (fig for example is a syconium). The model is made of painted plaster and almost certainly made by Paravia in the thirties. Measures ...
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1930s Italian Vintage Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Plaster

19th C Pair of Large Optical Experimental Scientific Mirrors Concave Convex
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A large pair of scientific optical mirrors, one concave the other convex. These where used in studies of optical sciences and in particular the study of the properties of light r...
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Vintage Tesla Telephone Set With Original Maker’s Mark, 1960s
By Tesla
Located in Zohor, SK
This elegant vintage telephone set by Tesla showcases the original maker’s stamp on the underside, confirming its authenticity. Its streamlined curves and timeless design reflect mid...
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Bakelite

Early 20th Century geometric teaching aid encased examples
Located in London, GB
Early 20th Century geometric teaching aid encased examples Dimensions in inches: H 4” x W 4” x D 4” Age: 1920 - 1940 Origin: EU Condition: Aged Overview A collection of seventeen ...
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1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Europe Scientific Instruments

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Glass, Wood

Antique Louis Philippe Wall Clock 8 Day Movement Tôle Enamel Bronze
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant octagonal wall clock with an eight day movement. The case of the clock is made out of painted metal. The dial is enameled and the clock ha...
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1830s French Louis Philippe Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

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Brass, Bronze

Zoological Lithograph of Ungulates 1912 on Cardboard by H Aschehoug Co, Norway
Located in Milan, IT
Zoological didactic plate n. 25 lithograph on cardboard made in 1912 depicting ungulates. Dybdhals Zoologiske Plancher P.M.Bye & Co Oslo. Made by H Aschehoug & Co. Good condition. Me...
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1910s Norwegian Vintage Europe Scientific Instruments

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Paper

Three-Dimensional Midcentury Italian Wall Plaster Didactic Anatomical, 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian midcentury three-dimensional didactic anatomical panel in plaster with Antonio Vallardi Milano label, Italy 1950s Please note that the item is original of the period and t...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Europe Scientific Instruments

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Plaster, Wood

Semi-Automatic Large Bakelite Grocery Scale, Czech Republic, 1930s
Located in Żory, PL
Old shop scale from the 1930s/1940s, manufactured in the Czech Republic by Zbrojovka Brno. Semi-automatic scale, with internal weights. The scale is set with stylish metal buttons. Adjustable legs and built-in spirit level. Original tray made of thick white glass. The scale has been cleaned and is in very nice vintage condition. In working condition, but not entirely precisely (+/- 100 grams), it probably requires minor adjustment. A beautiful and original item for the grocery store...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Vintage Draughtsman s Set, German, Drawing Instruments, Tools, Richter Pracision
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage draughtsman's set. A German, nickel silver drawing instrument set by E.O. Richter Präcision, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1930. Five piece instrument set ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Nickel

Antique Mortar, Wabi Sabi Style, Scandinavia 1800s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Wooden Wabi Sabi Mortar from Scandinavia, circa 1800s. In good vintage condition showing beautiful patina from age and use.
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19th Century Swedish Romantic Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

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Wood

Paravia Optical Cassette Complete with Lenses and Teaching Apparatusu2028 -Italy- 1960s
By Paravia
Located in Milano, IT
Paravia, scientific instruments, vintage educational kit, 1960s, Norstedts, magnetism, optics, thermology, mechanics, applied electricity, top vintage lab, educational set, experimen...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell Circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very interesting set of shells collected by an amateur between the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century. The shells are classified by size and age either in ...
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Early 20th Century French Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Shell

Large School Teaching Display Anthill of the Red Wood Ant
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large School Teaching Display Anthill of the Red Wood Ant A vintage school teaching glass display of the anthill of the red wood ant. It shows the hill and inhabitants thereof, the ...
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1950s German Vintage Europe Scientific Instruments

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Glass, Wood

Georgian Rare Steel Cased Tuning Fork
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very unusual and rare Georgian antique steel cased tuning fork dating from around 1800. A wonderful piece of musical interest and history the tuning fork...
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Early 1800s English George III Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

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Steel

Small chrome-plated brass pocket compass for the U.S. Army in 1917
Located in Milan, IT
Small chrome-plated brass pocket and travel compass, issued to the U.S. Army during World War I; cover reads ENG. DEPT. U.S.A. 1917. Pocket compass in the shape of an onion clock, e...
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1910s Vintage Europe Scientific Instruments

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Brass

Refractor telescope by François Can, 81 Quai de l Hôpital, Lyon
Located in London, GB
2 ¾ inch refractor telescope by François Can, 81 Quai de l'Hôpital, Lyon. Circa 1835. Mounted on a cast iron stand with adjustable height, folding tripod feet, and castors. 2 ¾ inc...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Iron

18th Century German Portable Ivory Sundial — Possibly Nuremberg
Located in Madrid, ES
Exceptional portable sundial made of engraved ivory, a fine example of German craftsmanship from the 18th century, possibly produced in Nuremberg, one of Europe’s historic centers fo...
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Early 18th Century Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Bone

Vintage 2 Draw Telescope, English, Leather, Brass, Terrestrial Refractor, C.1960
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage 2 draw telescope. An English, leather on brass terrestrial refractor, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960. Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciatio...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

19th Century Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Cartel Clock and Barometer by Dasson
Located in London, GB
This fine set comprises a cartel clock and barometer, each of which are crafted entirely in gilt bronze. The clock and barometer cases are identical, and take the form of a lyre. The...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Europe Scientific Instruments

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Enamel, Ormolu, Bronze

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very interesting set of shells collected by an amateur between the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century. The shells are classified by size and age either in ...
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Early 20th Century French Europe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Shell

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