Lot 29
  • 29

A group of four steel draughtsmans tools, a nut cracker and an ebony and brass spirit level 18th century and later

Estimate
500 - 1,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • wood, metal
  • largest calipers: length 24 in.
  • 61 cm
the level stamped Buist / Edin. [Edinburgh]

Condition

An interesting group. Typical corrosion to the steel components and traces of residual rust. Spirit level length 10 1/4 in. Some staining to the wood on this tool.
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