29th Nov, 2023 12:00
Fine Instruments of Science & Medicine
A Large & Unusual Vernier Calliper
English, c.1880, engraved 'TROUGHTON & SIMMS LONDON', the caliper constructed of brass with finely engraved scale in inches with vernier scales for inside and outside measurements, with vernier scale lock and fine screw adjustment in fitted French polished mahogany case with mounting blacks on the lid. case length 67.5cm
Sold for £175
Result plus buyers premium
English, c.1880, engraved 'TROUGHTON & SIMMS LONDON', the caliper constructed of brass with finely engraved scale in inches with vernier scales for inside and outside measurements, with vernier scale lock and fine screw adjustment in fitted French polished mahogany case with mounting blacks on the lid. case length 67.5cm
Auction: Fine Instruments of Science & Medicine, 29th Nov, 2023
