Leilão Bidspirit | Superb Antique Proportional Divider, Draughtsman's

Superb Antique Proportional Divider, Draughtsman's Instrument by F Cox. Presented within Original Carry Case. - Exquisitely engraved proportional divider by F COX, 100 NEWGATE STREET, LONDON. (Working at this address 1845 - 1870), specialist makers of scientific and mathematical instruments. This is a superb quality 19th century instrument in un-touched original condition. All hand engraved. Majority of the original finish remains.  This is a charming vintage proportional divider, ideal as a desk ornament or use by an enthusiast.  Solid metal with a pleasing weight in the hand and displaying a desirable aged patina.   It has four engraved scales in the frame for Solids, Plans, Circles & Lines.  It divides by way of a knurled adjustment knob.   CIRCA; 1850 Dimensions in the case:  17.5cm Length x 2.1cm Width x 2.5cm Height Additional images available upon request.