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Exceptionally large 18th iron century divider, dividers in intact and original condition 19.3 Inch 48.5 cm € 145.- Read More...

08 Sep

Dutch Rachitome saw by J. Hoeff-Ticke Leyden,

By Van Leest Antiques

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Rachitome saw by “J. Hoeff-Ticke Leyden”, mainly a post mortem instrument. The single rachitome was used to cut through the lamina of the spine. The double rachitome was used to cut sections through the cord. The width of the sections could be varied with the screw and nut mechanism.An instrument with solid crosshatch wooden handles and two blades which are fixed with steel screws and brass wing-nut. Signed by J. Hoeff-Ticke Leyden. No cracks on the handles and some Read More...

03 Sep

Early post mortum set by Vernetti Milano

By Van Leest Antiques

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An Early post mortum set by Vernetti Milano with a label of “Sezioni” what could be also used as an amputation set. There is a literature with image of amputation made with hammer and Chisel. Vernetti was a surgical instrument maker active in Milan in the first half of the 1800’s. The hammer and the chisel are signed by “Vernetti Milan”. There are 3 missing instruments and 1 replacement. Measurements 56 x 20 x 5 cm. Read More...

11 Aug

A Fine pair of Belgian boxlock percussion pistols.

By Scientific Inspirations

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A fine pair of quality Belgian boxlock percussion pocket pistols, circa 1830 with polished steel frames engraved with foliage, Liege proof marks, turn-off rifled Damascus twist barrels 1.5″, concealed triggers, rounded ivory stocks, foliate engraved steel butt caps with sprung hinged lids for percussion caps. Excellent condition and good working order ( a couple of minor age cracks to ivory). In purple lined close fitted rosewood veneered case with gilt brass stringing and escutcheon engraved ‘FR’ ( a little curving Read More...

20 Jul

RARE PALUZIE GLOBE FROM THE XIX CENTURY

By Florin

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RARE PALUZIE GLOBE FROM THE XIX CENTURY. DESKTOP GLOBE FROM THE XIX CENTURY MADE BY THE HOUSE: FAUSTINO PALUZIE-BARCELONA. THE BASE IS MADE OF EBONIZED WOOD AND THE GLOBE, DUE TO ITS WEIGHT, IS POSSIBLY SOLID WOOD. MEASURES: 18X18X25 CM. BALLOON HAS A DIAMETER OF: 14 CM. VERY GOOD CONDITION Read More...

16 Jul

18th century medicinal travel pharmacy chest

By Early Science

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18th century medicinal travel pharmacy chest these types of chests were used on expeditions in the 18th century by horse or by ship This rare box contains 6 completely intact bottles with a plant painting on 4 sides, and 2 tin cans Box 13 Inch X 10 Inch X 8 Inch ( 33 X 25 X 20 Cm ) bottles 5.5 Inch high honey laudanum and digitalis were well-known examples of medicines that were taken with them This rare box Read More...

24 Jun

Italian set of 25 prosthetic artificial glass eyes in their original case,

By Nautilus Antiques

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A great Italian set of 25 prosthetic glass eyes, in their original case with the label of the maker “Giorgio Mastrolorenzi, Roma”.Exceptional quality, each one is one-of-a-kind, with great detailsMeasurements of the case 16,5 x 16,5 cm Read More...

02 Jun

Planetaria Orrery Handle mechanism signed Felk

By Antiques Le Saint Georges

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Beautiful planetaria orrery with handle mechanism signed Felk.C 1880 Platina with zodiacal signs and month. Good condition , Little old restore on the globe Read More...

25 May

~FANTASTIC AND RARE COMPASS MICROSCOPE WITH FORCEPS AND BULLSEYE/LIVE BOX (AMENDED)~

By Scientifica Opticae Inc.

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A one off Continental(French) ? compass microscope of unusual features. 17 cm. long with a threaded ebony handle, this simple microscope features fold out interchangeable and stacking lenses stored in the beautifully tear drop shaped upper section (2-3 X each). Magnificent early knurling/roping of the brass of all screws and pivot points. Full 360 rotation of the bullseye/livebox and forceps and 90 degree perpendicular rotation for focus in addition to 180 degree rotation to swing the forceps/bullseye/live box out Read More...

24 May

Hispanic Copernican Planetaria with Mecanism C 1860

By Antiques Le Saint Georges

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Interesting and rare Copernican planetaria hispanic with handle mechanism . Equatorial circle with zodiacal signs and months. Meridien circle with solstices . Very good condition. Read More...

17 May

18th Century Italian Turin Royal Mint Coin Scales for Gold and Silver With Issues

By Gilgamesh

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This is a rare and nice set, but unfortunately, it has issues, and I offer it for restoration or parts. Someone in the past replaced the case hinges, but the original broken hinges were still in the case and will be sent to the buyer as they can be restored by a professional. The weight set is incomplete. The scales are in good shape with the nice patina that has not been cleaned. Read More...

17 May

A Very Fine 19th Century Ottoman Brass Qalamdan Divit Traveling Inkwell Pen Case

By Gilgamesh

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The Divit Qalamdan was used by calligraphers to store their brushes or their feathers in the long pen box, and dry ink in the square container. Their use was very frequent during travels, and they were thus often carried by scribes serving merchants and representatives of the government. The Inkwell and holder are heavy and solid. Age-related wear appears in places, and traces of ink are found in the container. The copper hinges function well. The item has a very attractive Read More...