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19th Century Brass Theodolite by Baker, London
Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
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19th Century Brass Theodolite by Baker, London

19th century
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Here we have a lovely quality 19th century brass theodolite, by Baker, 244 Holborn, London presented in it's original fitted leather case.

Size: 75mm diameter

c1880

Free UK postage and packaging is included in the price of this item, please contact us for a foreign shipping quote.

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Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge has dated this Antique Brass Theodolite Compass to the 1880s.

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SA1229456
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8637
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Description
Here we have a lovely quality 19th century brass theodolite, by Baker, 244 Holborn, London presented in it's original fitted leather case.

Size: 75mm diameter

c1880

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Free UK postage and packaging is included in the price of this item, please contact us for a foreign shipping quote.
Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
Date of Manufacture

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge has dated this Antique Brass Theodolite Compass to the 1880s.

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SA1229456
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8637
Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
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A 19th-century cylindrical brass surveying theodolite with an adjustable sight glass standing beside its original fitted brown leather carrying case.
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Archive I A 19th-century cylindrical brass surveying theodolite with an adjustable sight glass standing beside its original fitted brown leather carrying case.

19th Century Brass Theodolite by Baker, London

Archive II A 19th-century cylindrical brass surveying theodolite with an adjustable sight glass standing beside its original fitted brown leather carrying case. View II
Archive III A 19th-century cylindrical brass surveying theodolite with an adjustable sight glass standing beside its original fitted brown leather carrying case. View III
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Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
Telephone 01422 843189 or 07917 652471
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Hebden Bridge
West Yorkshire
HX7 6AA
United Kingdom
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A 19th-century cylindrical brass surveying theodolite with an adjustable sight glass standing beside its original fitted brown leather carrying case.
19th Century Brass Theodolite By Baker, London
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A 19th-century cylindrical brass surveying theodolite with an adjustable sight glass standing beside its original fitted brown leather carrying case.
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A 19th-century theodolite is a precision optical instrument engineered for surveying, mapping, and navigation. Used primarily to measure horizontal and vertical angles, these instruments played a key role in civil engineering, mining, and cartography during the Victorian era.

Instruments from this era were primarily crafted from solid brass due to its durability, corrosion resistance, and non-magnetic properties, which prevented interference with compass needles. Components often featured optical glass, silvered scales, and fitted stitched leather or mahogany storage cases.

Authentic period instruments typically feature maker marks or city signatures engraved directly onto the metal plates. Look for hand-cut screws, age-appropriate patination, lead-weighted compasses, and period-correct stitched leather or timber carrying cases displaying natural wear.

Scientific antiques serve as ideal accent pieces for dark academia, modern rustic, or traditional library interiors. They are typically displayed on open bookshelves, executive desks, or sideboards alongside leather-bound books and framed architectural prints.

To preserve the historical patina, avoid abrasive chemical polishes and harsh lacquers. Dust gently with a soft microfibre cloth and apply a light coating of neutral microcrystalline wax to protect against oxidisation and fingerprints.
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