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Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Apr 24, 1999
LOT 444
Baradelle a Paris, middle of the 18th century. Fine silver, oval Butterfield-type, pocket sundial, in orginal fitted box.
CHF 3,500 - 4,500
The folding bird gnomon adjustable for latitudes from 40° to 60° the dial with scales for 40°, 45° and 50°, engraved the reverse engraved with latitudes of 27 European cities, the compass box with an engraved fleur-de-Lys. Signed on the border of the dial, above the compass. Dim. 65 x 77 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 4-5 |
Fair Poor |
Dial: 1 |
As new |