MARINE CHRONOMETER, THOMAS EARNSHAW, No. 508
c. 1800-1802, in later gimbal box, c. 1840-50
on dial, Thos. Earnshaw/INVT. ET FECIT/ No 508
circular etched bone label 508 on 3-tiered mahogany case with brass bale side handles, 6"h; 5.25"sq.
Thomas Earnshaw (1749-1829) is known as The Father of the Chronometer.
Lots 1-31 are from the private collection of a Connecticut gentleman.
Fully wound, not running. Overhauled in 1996; surface discoloration on brass rim.
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
Realized: $8,500 - Excluding Buyer's Premium
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Lot 1 : MARINE CHRONOMETER, THOMAS EARNSHAW, No. 508
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