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Sextant

Manufacturer (1709-1776)
MarkingsOn arc, engraved : J. Bird London.
Date 1756-1772
DimensionsSextant: 41.7 × 45 × 7.5 cm
ClassificationTools & Equipment for Science & Technology - Surveying & Navigational T&E - Navigational Equipment
Origin London, England
Object NumberM2694.1-3
DivisionMaterial Culture - Objects of Science and Technology
CollectionMcCord
CreditGift of David Ross McCord

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