French Silver Pocket Sun Dial

of octagonal shape, inset with compass, engraved with hour scales for latitudes 43° to 52°, folding bird gnomon, the reverse engraved with the latitudes of French and other continental cities, in leather case with red velvet lining

Measurements:

7.2 x 6.2 cm

Provenance:

The Collection of Sir Colin Campbell Stephen, Sydney, thence by descent

• EStimate $1,000 - $1,500
• sold $2,332 Incl BP