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An early 20th century Carey of London Vernier sextant with the…
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Auckland
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3-Dec-2009
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An early 20th century Carey of London Vernier sextant with the original certificate from the National Kew Observatory Richmond Surrey, serial number 3110, the brass frame is Japanned with venire adjustable tangent screw and clamp, 6 1/2' radius named Carey, London divided on silver with venire showing 10', also engraved R. Horne R. N. Provenance: The sextant was owned by Richard Horne D.S.O. The commander aboard H.M.S. 'Orion' at the Battle of Jutland. He was mentioned in despatches by Sir John Jellico and Vice-Admiral Sir Matyn Jerram in his remarks of officers recommended for honours for the service in the Battle of Jutland 'As an officer of great ability, who conned the 'Orion' throughout the action with ability and skill'. Fitted in original mahogany case
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Office, Workshop & Farm: Nautical Equipment