29th Nov, 2023 12:00
Fine Instruments of Science & Medicine
A Very Fine Standard Yard For the Borough of Burnley, 1887
English, dated 1887, engraved along the front 'BOROUGH OF BURNLEY' and 'DOYLE & SON LONDON, 1900', the standard bed constructed of cast brass with a recess to accept the standard rod, the rod with corresponding number and exchequer stamps, with two ivory collars to prevent thermal transference when handling, in the original fitted French polished mahogany case with brass plaque to the lid for 'BOROUGH OF BURNLEY' and 'DOYLE & SON LONDON' case with both catches, lock no key, case length 105cm
Footnote: This lot contains ivory and has been registered in accordance with the Ivory Act (Section 10), Ref.Y16VH9UJ
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Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
Sold for £225
Result plus buyers premium
English, dated 1887, engraved along the front 'BOROUGH OF BURNLEY' and 'DOYLE & SON LONDON, 1900', the standard bed constructed of cast brass with a recess to accept the standard rod, the rod with corresponding number and exchequer stamps, with two ivory collars to prevent thermal transference when handling, in the original fitted French polished mahogany case with brass plaque to the lid for 'BOROUGH OF BURNLEY' and 'DOYLE & SON LONDON' case with both catches, lock no key, case length 105cm
Footnote: This lot contains ivory and has been registered in accordance with the Ivory Act (Section 10), Ref.Y16VH9UJ
Flints Auctions CANNOT ship this item out of the UK. Please arrange your own courier or contact Oxford Pack & Send to see if they can offer shipping.
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
Auction: Fine Instruments of Science & Medicine, 29th Nov, 2023
