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Cooke, Troughton and Simms Level

By Welchy32, 19 October, 2014
Description

About: The piece is a Cooke, Troughton and Simms instrument of some sort, made in York, England. Serial number S01217. Comprising of a mahogany case, hardwood tripod, plumb bob and level. From what little research I've done, I believe its some sort of surveyors level made during the early 1950s.

History: I purchased this at a local Swap Meet last month and would appreciate any information, valuations or the like. It has markings that it has been in Adelaide at some stage of its life

Components: The dial closest to the tripod mount has a 360degree measuring system, whilst the seecond dial has a 'fall-in and rise-in' measuring system that ranges from 150-2000. I assume that measures in mm.

Condition: It is in very good condition, It was maintained at some point in its life as per the maintenance stickers inside the box. The tripod is still in useable condition, though the box is a little 'pre-loved'.

 

Category
Scientific Instruments
Medium
The instrument itself is made of brass and some type of metal. The tripod is made of a hardwood and iron fittings with a leather strap. The box case is made of mahogany and has felt lining on the parts that support the instrument in transit.
Distinguishing marks
The plaque on the instrument reads "Made By Cooke Troughton and Simms at York, England. S01217 (serial number)"
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
23cm long x 8cm wide x 12cm high
Date Period
I believe its an early 1950s piece.
Weight
unknown
Price Paid (If known)
$200
For Sale?
No
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