Late Victorian Royal Naval Sextant.

An English, brass admiralty naval sextant in excellent original condition with all lenses and filter present and a shaped Mahogany handle suitable for all weather conditions. The radius sextant moves around its arc to aid navigation, Vernier adjustment, folding UV filters to protect against daytime sunlight and it comes in its original fitted Mahogany case with brass fittings.
It has a final calibration certificate inside the lid of its box, done by Hughes & Son London on the 16th April 1900.
This whole piece is in excellent condition, it shows some signs of use to various parts, but these are not worn. A fabulous maritime instrument in wonderful condition.

Code: 27295