$1,500
Murray (London, England, 19th century), chronometer in mahogany wood case with brass fittings. Marine chronometer marked "1172" on second dial under manufacturer text. Mahogany case with brass accented corners and medallion on hinged lid that opens to reveal glass protected view of instrument. Also opens to access device. Brass bale handles on side for carrying. Overall (wood case) approximate height 7.25", width 6.75", depth 7".Note: James Murray (1780–1847) was a Scottish clock, watch and chronometer maker with a business at the Royal Exchange from 1815 to 1847. His chronometer no. 819 won the top prize in the Greenwich trials for 1823 and later accompanied William Parry on his final attempt to find the Northwest Passage. His chronometers also accompanied James Weddell to the Antarctic Ocean, reaching, in 1823, the most southerly point achieved by any ship or chronometer up to that time. His son, James, continued the business and set up subsidiaries in Melbourne and Calcutta.
Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
Date:
2014-10-05
