{"product_id":"add-vendor-spyglass-telescope-14-5-closed-36-extended-leather-covered-maritime-telescope","title":"Spyglass Telescope 14.5\" Closed 36\" Extended Leather Covered Maritime Telescope","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"425\"\u003eAuthentic brass spyglass telescope featuring a leather-covered barrel, brass draw tube, and original removable lens cap. This handsome telescope extends to an impressive 36 inches and displays beautifully with its original aged patina and well-worn green leather covering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"740\"\u003eThe telescope appears to date from the late 19th to early 20th century and was likely intended for maritime, military, sporting, or terrestrial observation. The long extension and quality brass construction give it excellent display presence for any nautical collection, library, office, or coastal décor setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"742\" data-end=\"916\"\u003eNo maker's markings were found despite careful inspection, making attribution uncertain, but the construction is consistent with Victorian and Edwardian-era brass telescopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"930\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"930\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"956\"\u003eAntique brass telescope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"990\"\u003eOriginal leather-covered barrel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1021\"\u003eBrass draw tube construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003eOriginal removable lens cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1081\"\u003eAttractive untouched patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003eExtends to 36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003eExcellent nautical display piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003eLate Victorian \/ Early 20th Century style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003eClosed Length: 14.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003eExtended Length: 36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1577\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood condition with expected age-related wear. Leather covering shows wear and discoloration consistent with age and use. Brass surfaces exhibit a desirable natural patina. No maker's marks located. Lens cap is present. Please review all photographs carefully as they are part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annapolis Maritime Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48756818870487,"sku":null,"price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1501\/8628\/files\/image18_f3b7fcb4-f6df-47ca-abf5-efbe6044fe82.jpg?v=1781017973","url":"https:\/\/annapolismaritimeantiques.com\/products\/add-vendor-spyglass-telescope-14-5-closed-36-extended-leather-covered-maritime-telescope","provider":"Annapolis Maritime Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}