Lot 204
  • 204

A French butterfield type pocket sundial, P. le Maire, Paris, circa 1720

Estimate
1,000 - 1,200 GBP
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Description

octagonal dial inset with a compass, adjustable gnomon with bird-form indicator, rear engraved with European cities, latitudes and longitudes, fitted case

Condition

Original case in tact but does not close properly when dial is inside, the dial is in good overall condition with no apparent restoration or alteration.
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