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Image Not Available for Octant by John Murray, Aberdeen
Octant by John Murray, Aberdeen
Image Not Available for Octant by John Murray, Aberdeen

Octant by John Murray, Aberdeen

Date1824 - 1841
Object Nameoctant
Mediumebony, ivory, brass
ClassificationsLife and Work at Sea
Dimensions35 x 28.5 x 4cm
AcquisitionPurchased in 2007 with assistance from the National Fund of Acquisitions and the Friends of Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museums.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS046019.1
Image Not Available for Box for octant by John Murray, Aberdeen
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Image Not Available for Indenture Papers between Aberdeen Steam Trawling and Fishing Company Limited and John Shand Fraser
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