Description:

18th century Thomas Ripley 20'' mahogany and brass octant with plaque inscribed ''Made by Thos Ripley at ye Hermitage Bridge, London, For I....Ian y1 1772'', in wood case. Lacking parts, loss to inlay on bottom, wear and splits from use. Case: 4-1/2''h, 21''l, 18''w. Note: This octant belonged to Captain John A. Burgess of the famous clipper ship David Crockett. Accompanying this lot are copies of letters from Persis Pettis Hall, granddaughter of William Henry Pettis, who sailed with Captain John A. Burgess. Captain Burgess was William Henry Pettis's uncle. Literature: American Nautical Art and Antiques, by Jacqueline L. Kranz, illustration on page 121. Provenance: Estate of William Kranker, collector and dealer, Greenport, NY.

Accepted Forms of Payment:

COD (cash on delivery), MasterCard, Money Order / Cashiers Check, Personal Check, Visa, Wire Transfer

Shipping

SHIPPING:
As a small auction house, we do not handle shipping internally, but will take your property to a local shipper once payment for purchased items is received.East End shipping can be reached at 631-874-7406 or email at eastportpackship@aol.com. Naturally, you can also use an outside shipper of your choice. If you wish to avoid shipping charges, you may pick up your items at our gallery on Main Street in East Moriches, NY. Please contact us for an appointment before coming.

IMPORTANT NOTE: ALL JEWELRY PURCHASES MUST BE PAID IN CASH, BANK CHECK OR WIRE TRANSFER. IF PAID BY CREDIT CARD IT WILL BE SUBJECT TO A 30 DAY SHIPPING DELAY UNLESS PAID IN PERSON or PRE-APPROVED.

December 3, 2022 12:00 PM EST
East Moriches, NY, US

South Bay Auctions Inc

You agree to pay a buyer's premium of 25% and any applicable taxes and shipping.

View full terms and conditions

Bid Increments
From: To: Increments:
$0 $499 $25
$500 $999 $50
$1,000 $4,999 $100
$5,000 $9,999 $200
$10,000 $19,999 $500
$20,000 $49,999 $1,000
$50,000 $99,999 $2,000
$100,000 $199,999 $5,000
$200,000 $499,999 $10,000
$500,000 + $20,000