Lot 128 , A Carys new celestial 12inch table top model globe, dated 1810, overall height 17in.

A Carys new celestial 12inch table top model globe, dated 1810, overall height 17in.
Estimate £200-300

Vertical dent and loss to the globe above the Junius / Julius area through Auriga up to Ursa Major about half way nearly to the top, the papers are generally grubby all over, the circular meridian ring has losses to the paper and is generally a bit worn and grubby, the wood stand - the varnish has gone slightly opaque and flaked off in areas and probably needs re-doing and the brass ring is very tarnished.


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Sold for £1,000