Antique Scientific Instruments

= Antique 1840-41 X-RARE American Cast Iron Sundial SHELDON MOORE KENSINGTON, CT

= Antique 1840-41 X-RARE American Cast Iron Sundial SHELDON MOORE KENSINGTON, CT
= Antique 1840-41 X-RARE American Cast Iron Sundial SHELDON MOORE KENSINGTON, CT
= Antique 1840-41 X-RARE American Cast Iron Sundial SHELDON MOORE KENSINGTON, CT
= Antique 1840-41 X-RARE American Cast Iron Sundial SHELDON MOORE KENSINGTON, CT
= Antique 1840-41 X-RARE American Cast Iron Sundial SHELDON MOORE KENSINGTON, CT
= Antique 1840-41 X-RARE American Cast Iron Sundial SHELDON MOORE KENSINGTON, CT
= Antique 1840-41 X-RARE American Cast Iron Sundial SHELDON MOORE KENSINGTON, CT
= Antique 1840-41 X-RARE American Cast Iron Sundial SHELDON MOORE KENSINGTON, CT
= Antique 1840-41 X-RARE American Cast Iron Sundial SHELDON MOORE KENSINGTON, CT
= Antique 1840-41 X-RARE American Cast Iron Sundial SHELDON MOORE KENSINGTON, CT
= Antique 1840-41 X-RARE American Cast Iron Sundial SHELDON MOORE KENSINGTON, CT
= Antique 1840-41 X-RARE American Cast Iron Sundial SHELDON MOORE KENSINGTON, CT

= Antique 1840-41 X-RARE American Cast Iron Sundial SHELDON MOORE KENSINGTON, CT
For your consideration is an extremely rare antique Sundial - an instrument designed for measuring time, used since ancient Egyptian times and now a well-regarded element of any garden of sophistication. Made of thick cast iron, with a triangular gnomon. This sundial has an incredibly interesting history. Moore was born in 1798, and despite graduating from Yale, devoted himself to business and entrepreneurship.

His sundials quickly became famous for their quality around the New England region. This makes them an extremely rare and sought-after collector's find. This sundial is calibrated for a latitude of 41° 36' - located between Hartford and Waterbury, Connecticut. It has a range of 150 miles, it can be most precise and correct in the area within that band of latitude - as far North as Montpelier, Vermont and as far south Washington, DC. All original, antique and authentic.

10" diameter (across), 6" high with gnomon. Slight oxidation, consistent with age and use. Take a look at the other items we have for sale now.

Our items are described with the best of our knowledge and ability. We will be glad to answer all of your questions and provide additional photos and/or information. This item is in the category "Antiques\Science & Medicine (Pre-1930)\Scientific Instruments\Other Antique Science Equip". The seller is "imeon" and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Maker: SHELDON MOORE KENSINGTON, CT
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Time Period Manufactured: Pre-1930

= Antique 1840-41 X-RARE American Cast Iron Sundial SHELDON MOORE KENSINGTON, CT