Sextant made by Spencer & Co., London, circa 1820-1830 (and case)

sextant and case

INSTRUMENTS - SEXTANTS
Spencer & Co.
England, London; USA, MD, Baltimore
Circa 1820-1830
case 13 x 11-1/2 x 3-5/8 in.

Sextant made by Spencer & Co., London, ca 1820-1830. Ebony frame, brass parts. Vernier & scale carved ivory. Some corrosion; generally good condition. Inside of cover of mahogany case is sticker: Hagger & Brother, Corner of Pratt Street and Spear's Wharf, Baltimore, Md.; c. 1800-1820. Paper label reads: Hagger & Brother,/ Corner of/ Pratt street and Spear's/ Wharf,/ Baltimore, Md./ Manufacturers and Importers of/ Mathematical, Optical & Philosophical/ Instruments./ We have for sale an extensive assortment of Ship's Compasses, Quadrants,/ Octants, Sextants, Spy Glasses, Thermometers, Log Glasses,/ Dividers, Gunter Scales....

1957.272