![Lot 761](/auction/09-12-09/images/small/701-800/761.jpg)
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Lot #761: CONTINENTAL DRESS SWORD WITH GILT-METAL AND MOTHER-OF-PEARL HANDLE, A SCIMITAR AND PAIR OF SHEARS
The sword with crowned terminal and cross piece, the scimitar with rope-banded handle and bamboo sheath; 11 1/2 to 34 in.
Estimate: $ 150.00 - $ 250.00 Sold at $550 |
![Lot 762](/auction/09-12-09/images/small/701-800/762.jpg)
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Lot #762: TWO SCALES
The first a Fairbanks cast iron, gold and silver scale patented 1879, and a French brass disc scale on onyx circular base; 4 3/4 x 10 in. and 8 3/4 x 5 in.
Estimate: $ 225.00 - $ 375.00 Sold at $200 |
![Lot 763](/auction/09-12-09/images/small/701-800/763.jpg)
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Lot #763: PAIR OF CONTINENTAL-STYLE BRASS-MOUNTED WALNUT CUTLERY BOXES
Each serpentine fronted sloping lid with central rosette, opening to velvet-lined slots, the case with scrollwork escutcheon and lion-headed ring drop handles; 19 x 8 1/4 x 8 1/2 in.
Estimate: $ 1000.00 - $ 1500.00 Sold at $1600 |
![Lot 764](/auction/09-12-09/images/small/701-800/764.jpg)
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Lot #764: GEORGE III INLAID MAHOGANY WHEEL BAROMETER
Signed F. Molton, St. Lawrence Norwoh.; incorporating 2 engraved steel dials within a case with balloon crest and base, checkered edge.
Estimate: $ 250.00 - $ 550.00 Sold at $425 |
![Lot 765](/auction/09-12-09/images/small/701-800/765.jpg)
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Lot #765: EMPIRE-STYLE BRONZE AND SIENNA MARBLE ENCRIER
Centered by a lidded reeded tripod well, flanked by either side by a lidded urn on fluted stem and wreath and square base, the stand fronted by pen trough; 7 1/2 x 12 3/4 x 6 in.
Estimate: $ 250.00 - $ 450.00 Sold at $375 |
![Lot 766](/auction/09-12-09/images/small/701-800/766.jpg)
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Lot #766: FRENCH CHINOISERIE YELLOW GROUND CLOISONNÉ AND GILT-METAL EIGHT-PIECE DESK SET
Comprising an inkstand with central lidded well, pair of candlesticks, pair of angular vases, an hexagonal vase, a bell and a chamber stick, with floral stems on lattice ground; 2 3/8 to 7 3/4 in.
Estimate: $ 300.00 - $ 500.00 Sold at $4250 |
![Lot 767](/auction/09-12-09/images/small/701-800/767.jpg)
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Lot #767: LOUIS XVI-STYLE GILT-METAL MOUNTED WALNUT HUMIDOR ON LATER STAND
Retailed by Benson & Hedges; the 1/4-veneered hinged top with outset canted corners above a case with bow-knotted floral swags within beaded encadrements; 20 3/4 x 22 x 13 in.
Estimate: $ 500.00 - $ 1000.00 Sold at $700 |
![Lot 768](/auction/09-12-09/images/small/701-800/768.jpg)
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Lot #768: EMPIRE-STYLE MAHOGANY AND ORMOLU-MOUNTED BAROMETER
41 3/4 x 5 3/4 in.
Estimate: $ 800.00 - $ 1200.00 Sold at $500 |
![Lot 769](/auction/09-12-09/images/small/701-800/769.jpg)
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Lot #769: LOUIS XVI-STYLE CARVED GILTWOOD BAROMETER/THERMOMETER
The main movement German; the dial with shellwork and bow-knot drapery swags, continuing down to base, the flower-capped lyre crest; 39 x 17 in.
Estimate: $ 800.00 - $ 1200.00 |
![Lot 770](/auction/09-12-09/images/small/701-800/770.jpg)
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Lot #770: CONTINENTAL BRASS DOUBLE SCALE
The 2-part reeded stem with lion terminal supporting 2 graduated fish-form bars suspending the chained pans, the shaped base fitted with 9 weights; 24 x 17 in.
Estimate: $ 600.00 - $ 800.00 Sold at $200 |
![Lot 770](/auction/09-12-09/images/small/701-800/770a.jpg)
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Lot #770A: CONTINENTAL BRASS OIL LAMP
The pierced back plate with crown and 2 rearing lions, on trestle supports with bird finials, joined by a lidded 8 well holder; 10 3/4 x 10 1/2 x 4 in. Provenance: Parke Bernet Galleries, NY, March 16, 1967, Sale 2530, lot 20.
Estimate: $ 300.00 - $ 600.00 Sold at $1000 |