$3,444
5 1/4-inch Refracting Planetarium Telescope, early 20th century, 62-in. brass main tube with dual pulleys, ocular end with manual rotating chrome-plated outer disc with a scale divided 0-70, stepped inner disc with 1/12th scale divided 0-6, rack-and-pinion single-draw focusing, objective end with cast iron housing with brass rotating mirror plate (lacking mirror), and pulley, overall lg. 99 in. Note: According to the consignor, this came from a Newport, Rhode Island, estate. Estimate $1,000-1,500 The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-04-20
