Davis quadrant made by C. Elliott, New London, CT, 1765

Davis quadrant

INSTRUMENTS - QUADRANTS
Elliott, C.
USA, CT, New London
1765
wood; bone
23.75 x 13.375 x 4.625

Davis quadrant (backstaff), dated 1765, made of teak and boxwood. Made by C. Elliott in New London, Connecticut, for Mr. Asa Waterman. #348 on 25 deg. end of arc. Horizon vane a reproduction; others appear to be original.

1939.942