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Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Ross of London, Victorian, 1900
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Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Ross of London, Victorian, 1900

19th century
Description

This is an antique Officer of the Watch telescope. An English, brass single draw terrestrial or marine spyglass by Ross of London, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. A characterful example with a tactile later finish and fine optical presence.

Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky.

Superb Victorian Officer of the Watch telescope, circa 1900

Signed to the draw tube for Ross of London, renowned optical makers

Polished brass barrels with a light silver tonality, presenting appealing age character

30mm diameter primary objective lens, protected from glare with a sliding dust cover

Later textured cover to the main barrel, offering a distinctive and tactile finish

Flared eye cup with sliding dust cover for lens protection when not in use

Smooth draw action and fine proportions, ideal for terrestrial or marine observation

Supplied with a London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display

This Ross of London Officer of the Watch telescope is a wonderful piece of nautical and Victorian optical history, making a distinguished addition to any collector’s cabinet, study, or maritime display. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 44cm (17.25'')

Fully Drawn: 62.5cm (24.5'')

Objective Diameter: 30mm (1.25'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
3.5cm (1.38")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Officer Watch Telescope to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1166867
Dealers Internal Reference
25468
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This is an antique Officer of the Watch telescope.
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An English, brass single draw terrestrial or marine spyglass by Ross of London, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
London Fine Antiques

A characterful example with a tactile later finish and fine optical presence.

fig 1. An antique Victorian single-draw naval telescope wrapped in textured black leather resting on a polished oak display stand.
fig 1. Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Ross of London, Victorian, 1900

Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky.

Superb Victorian Officer of the Watch telescope, circa 1900

Signed to the draw tube for Ross of London, renowned optical makers

fig 2. An antique Victorian single-draw naval telescope wrapped in textured black leather resting on a polished oak display stand.
fig 2. Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Ross of London, Victorian, 1900

Polished brass barrels with a light silver tonality, presenting appealing age character

30mm diameter primary objective lens, protected from glare with a sliding dust cover

Later textured cover to the main barrel, offering a distinctive and tactile finish

fig 3. An antique Victorian single-draw naval telescope wrapped in textured black leather resting on a polished oak display stand.
fig 3. Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Ross of London, Victorian, 1900

Flared eye cup with sliding dust cover for lens protection when not in use

Smooth draw action and fine proportions, ideal for terrestrial or marine observation

Supplied with a London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display

fig 4. An antique Victorian single-draw naval telescope wrapped in textured black leather resting on a polished oak display stand.
fig 4. Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Ross of London, Victorian, 1900

This Ross of London Officer of the Watch telescope is a wonderful piece of nautical and Victorian optical history, making a distinguished addition to any collector’s cabinet, study, or maritime display. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Closed Length: 44cm (17.25'')

Fully Drawn: 62.5cm (24.5'')

Objective Diameter: 30mm (1.25'')

Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
3.5cm (1.38")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Officer Watch Telescope to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1166867
Dealers Internal Ref
25468
London Fine Antiques
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Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Ross of London, Victorian, 1900

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An antique Victorian single-draw naval telescope wrapped in textured black leather resting on a polished oak display stand.
Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, Ross of London, Victorian, 1900
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An antique Victorian single-draw naval telescope wrapped in textured black leather resting on a polished oak display stand.
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An Officer of the Watch telescope is a compact monocular optical instrument historically used aboard naval vessels during the late 19th and early 20th centuries to observe distant signals and incoming ships.

These instruments were typically manufactured with brass or nickel-plated barrels, encased in textured leather, vulcanite, or hide to provide a secure grip on exposed ship decks.

Authentic examples often feature maker signatures engraved near the draw-tube eyepiece, precise optical alignment, multi-draw brass construction, and natural age-related wear to the leather sleeve.

Positioning the instrument on a custom wooden display stand across an executive desk, library bookshelf, or mantelpiece creates a refined, historical focal point in contemporary settings.

Wipe metal sections gently with a microfibre cloth, apply specialized leather preserver to the outer sleeve, and keep the instrument stored in low-humidity environments away from direct sunlight.
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