George Wilson Mahogany Nocturnal, late 18th/early 19th century, with a central brass sighting hole, rotating volvelle with hand-carved scale divided 1-12 and pointer finger, circular section with hand-carved abbreviated months, rotating index arm, reverse side reads George Wilson Maker & Owner, pierced "A"-shaped handle terminating in a half moon, instrument lg. 8 1/4 in.
George Wilson Mahogany Nocturnal, late 18th/early 19th century, with a central brass sighting hole, rotating volvelle with hand-carved scale divided 1-12 and pointer finger, circular section with hand-carved abbreviated months, rotating index arm, reverse side reads George Wilson Maker & Owner, pierced "A"-shaped handle terminating in a half moon, instrument lg. 8 1/4 in.
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