Item 1498358081
Up for Auction. More Stuff from a Prominent Eastern Shore Collection. Here is a Wonderful Antique Helio-Chronometer or Sundial. We are by no means experts in this type of Time Piece or Astronomical Instrument & we will do our best to describe it and let our pix speak for themselves. The Helio-Chronometer stands aprox 12" tall depending on the angle of the setting, the Brass Dial is 9" in diam., & it is Marked on the Dial by the Maker "Pilkington & Gibbs Limited Preston, England". The Dial is also is Marked with 2 Sets of the Months of the Year, Positions of the Compass & Finely Detailed Numbered Increments. The Outer part of the Dial "Turns" using 2 Handles, there is a Brass Sighting Device attached with a Slot and Pointer & the Cast Iron Base is Adjustable. (see pix) The Helio-Chronometer was used to tell the True Time by Direct Celestial Observation & it looks to be Very Accurate. There is some minor wear from over the years, a few spots of old paint spatter & it is very dirty. Overall it is in Great Original Condition, All of the moveable parts are tight and Function Very Well, a Warm Patina has Developed & it Displays Superbly. This Very Scarce Antique Helio-Chronometer would be an Outstanding Addition to any Collection. Please email with any questions. -SOLD WITH NO RESERVE- Buyer pays a flat fee of $35.00 for shipping in the USA. Actual Air Parcel Post Rates outside the USA. Money Order will ship next business day. Personal check must clear before shipping. International Bidders Must pay by Interntional Money Order in US $.
