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A 2-inch Gilbert & Co brass refracting telescope on stand, English, early 19th century, image 1
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Lot 82TP

A 2-inch Gilbert & Co brass refracting telescope on stand,
English, early 19th century,

29 August – 9 September 2025, 12:00 BST
Online, London, Knightsbridge

Sold for £409.60 inc. premium

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A 2-inch Gilbert & Co brass refracting telescope on stand, English, early 19th century,

signed Gilbert & Co London, the tube with rack and pinion focusing mounted on tapering brass column above folding tripod base, slow motion azimuth adjustment by screw and long mahogany handle, in fitted mahogany case with accessories, the case 11 x 117 x 23cm (4 1/2 x 46 x 9in)

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