Antique telescopes are optical instruments designed to make distant object appear nearer, using an arrangement of lenses
antique ethos, durham, united kingdom
A good, early 19th Century cased and leather bound three-draw telescope c1820. Three-draw brass telescope with leather-bound barrel. Brass protective cap to objective lens and sliding dust cover to eyepiece. Relatively large achromatic objective lens approximately 4.3 cm...
£370.00
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A rare antique Regency 6-draw Monocular Spyglass novelty Pocket Telescope, old Sheffield plate draws and ivory collar C.1820 Good Antique Condition - uncleaned - with a tight stable shrinkage crack around the collar, please view...
£295.00
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Early 19th Century day or night telescope by renowned maker Thomas Harris & Son of London c1820. Two-draw brass telescope with mahogany barrel. Achromatic objective lens approximately 3.75 cm diameter. Protective sliding brass covers to...
£595.00
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Our Stock # 18.6867
This is a vintage telescope. An English, brass 'officer of the watch' single draw refractor by Ross of London, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1935.
Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky.
This is a quality vintage telescope by Ross of London with an attractive later textured barrel setting it apart. Delivered and ready to be displayed or enjoyed.
Dimensions:
Closed Length: 42cm (16.5'')
Max Drawn Length: 70cm (27.5'')
Objective Glass Diameter: 45mm (1.75")
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Vintage Telescope, Brass, Officer Of The Watch, Single Draw, Ross London, 1935
£395.00
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Our Stock # 18.6373
This is an antique pair of binoculars. A German, 4.5x magnification Neo Universal by CP Goerz of Berlin, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.
This is a wonderful pair of vintage binoculars, with Goerz being one of the leading names of German optical specialists in the early 20th century. Delivered polished and ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 14cm (5.5'')
Max Depth: 7.5cm (3'')
Max Height: 3.5cm (1.5'')
Pouch Width: 15.5cm (6'')
Pouch Depth: 6.5cm (2.5'')
Pouch Height: 9.5cm (3.75'')
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Antique, Pair of Binoculars, German, Neo Universal, CP Goerz, Berlin, Circa 1920
£425.00
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Our Stock # 18.5077
This is an antique telescope by noted retailer and manufacturer, Baker of London, a two draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.
Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife stalking, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky.
This antique telescope is an historic, period piece fine to use today that also displays well.
Dimensions:
Closed Length: 24cm (9.5'')
Fully Drawn Length: 53.5cm (21'')
Objective Glass Diameter: 40mm (1.5'')
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Antique Telescope, Regency, Baker of London, Two Draw Refractor, Circa 1920
£595.00
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Our Stock # 18.6060
This is an antique telescope, a single draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An English, Georgian piece dating to circa 1760.
Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife stalking, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky.
A super example of a Georgian antique telescope. An historic, period piece that is good to use today as it was 250 years ago.
Dimensions:
Closed Length: 34cm (13.5'')
Fully Drawn Length: 57.5cm (22.75'')
Objective Glass Diameter: 20mm (0.75'')
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Antique Telescope, Single Draw, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Georgian Circa 1760
£725.00
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Our Stock # 18.6059
This is an antique telescope, a two draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An English, late Georgian piece dating to the early 19th century, circa 1810.
Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife stalking, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky.
A historic, period piece as good to use today as it was two hundred years ago.
Dimensions:
Closed Length: 21.5cm (8.5'')
Fully Drawn Length: 50.5cm (20'')
Objective Glass Diameter: 25mm (1'')
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Antique Telescope, 2 Draw Refractor, Terrestrial, Astronomical, English, C.1810
£695.00
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Our Stock # 18.5069
This is an antique telescope. An English, three draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use by Silberrad of Aldgate, London and dating to the early 19th century, circa 1810.
Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife stalking, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky.
This is a lovely mahogany and brass telescope by renowned optical instrument maker Silberrad.
Dimensions:
Closed Length: 18cm (7'')
Fully Drawn Length: 55cm (21.75'')
Objective Glass Diameter: 35mm (1.5'')
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Antique Telescope, English, 3 Draw Refractor, Silberrad Aldgate, 19th Century
£695.00
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Our Stock # 18.5065
This is an antique telescope, engraved Bancks & Son. An English three draw refractor dating to the late 18th century, circa 1800.
Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky.
An historic, period piece that is fine to use today and also displays well.
Dimensions:
Closed Length: 24cm (9.5'')
Max Drawn Length: 74cm (29.25'')
Objective Glass Diameter: 4cm (1.5'')
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Antique Telescope, Bancks and Son, English, 3 Draw, Late 18th Century, C.1800
£995.00
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Our Stock # 18.5062
This is an antique telescope, a three draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An English, Georgian piece dating to the late 18th century, circa 1780.
Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky.
This is a fascinating antique, Georgian telescope and as good to use today as it was over two hundred years ago. Delivered polished and ready for viewing.
Dimensions:
Closed Length: 31cm (12.25'')
Max Drawn Length: 98.5cm (38.75'')
Objective Lens Diameter: 3cm (1.25'')
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Antique Telescope, 3 Draw, Terrestrial, Astronomical, English, Georgian, C.1780
£495.00
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Our Stock # 18.5084
This is an antique telescope, a two draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An English telescope by Stampa and Son, London dating to the late Georgian period, circa 1810.
Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky.
Supplied with a London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display. An historic, period piece as good to use today as it was two hundred years ago.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 37.5cm (14.75'')
Max Depth: 97cm (38.25'')
Max Height: 3.8cm (1.5'')
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Antique Telescope, Two Draw, Refractor, Stampa and Son, London, Circa 1810
£695.00
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Our Stock # 18.5088
This is an antique telescope, a three draw pocket telescope, a refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use by renowned manufacturer Dollond and dating to the mid 19th century.
Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky.
An antique telescope presented in good condition. An historic, period piece fine to use today.
Dimensions:
Closed Length: 24cm (9.5'')
Fully Drawn Length: 73cm (28.75'')
Objective Glass Diameter: 38mm (1.5'')
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Antique Telescope, 3 Draw, Pocket Refractor, Dollond London, Mid 19th Century
£495.00
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Our Stock # 18.5059
This is an antique telescope, an English single draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use by T Harris & Son, London and dating to circa 1810.
Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky. Supplied ready to enjoy; Fully inspected and lenses cleaned by our in-house restorer.
Engraved 'T Harris & Son, London', an historic, period piece as good to use today as it was two hundred years ago.
Dimensions:
Closed Length: 49.5cm (19.5'')
Max Drawn Length: 79.5cm (31.25'')
Objective Lens Diameter: 38mm (1.5'')
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Antique Telescope, English, Single Draw Refractor, T Harris & Son London, c.1810
£695.00
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Our Stock # 18.5067
This is an antique telescope, a three draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An English Georgian piece by Dollond dating to circa 1800.
Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky. Supplied ready to enjoy.
An historic, period piece as good to use today as it was two hundred years ago.
Dimensions:
Fully Drawn Length: 73.5cm (29'')
Closed Length: 23.5cm (9.25'')
Objective Glass Diameter: 4cm (1.5'')
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Antique Telescope, Three Draw Refractor, English, Georgian Dollond Circa 1800
£895.00
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Our Stock # 18.5056
This is an antique telescope, a large single draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An English, late Georgian piece dating to circa 1820.
Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky. Supplied ready to enjoy; Fully inspected and lenses cleaned by our in-house restorer.
Supplied with a London Fine, oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display. An historic, period piece that is good to use today.
Dimensions:
Max Drawn Length: 112cm (44'')
Closed Length: 76cm (30'')
Objective Glass Diameter: 56mm (2.25'')
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Antique Telescope, Large, Single Draw Refractor, Cary London, Circa 1820
£1,250.00
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Our Stock # 18.5057
This is an antique telescope on stand, suitable for terrestrial or astronomical use, English dating to the mid 18th century, circa 1770.
A fine example and a handsome instrument, great for everyday use or display.
Dimensions:
Max Drawn Length: 101cm (39.75'')
Closed Length: 67cm (26.5'')
Objective Glass Diameter: 4.1cm (1.5'')
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Antique Telescope on Stand, Terrestrial, Astronomical, English Circa 1770
£895.00
view detailssovereign antiques, nuneaton, united kingdom
SUPERB POWERFUL ITEM ON SOLID OLD STAND ALL LENSES SEEM OK HAS AN X LINE SIGHT POSSIBLE MILITARY?? CONSIDER EARLY 19TH CENTURY HAS WRITTEN ON FRONT BRASS CAP FOR NIGHT USE ONLY AND THE MARKINGS...
£650.00
view detailssunnyside antiques, biggar, united kingdom
An early 19th Century two drawers English “Day or Night” Refracting Telescope. Signed with “, Spencer, Browning & Rust, Day or Night, London”, manufactured in brass, with mahogany main body.Good patina, original leather and good...
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view detailsmoseley antiques, stockport, united kingdom
A large leather bound, single draw telescope for celestial use, signed on the brass draw, Cary, 181 Strand. It measures 82cm long
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view detailssunnyside antiques, biggar, united kingdom
An early 19th century brass four draw telescope, by 'Baldwin of Shipley' Good patina, original leather with a few dents. Good optics. Dimensions: Closed 12 1/2 inches (32cm) Fully open 34 inches (86cm)
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view detailssc antiques, nottingham, united kingdom
Very unusual pair of folding opera/racing glasses. Good used condition. Good working order. A very nice pair of binoculars.
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