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A Johannsen & Co Two Day Marine Chronometer No 8094, with accessories in a wooden case, used in HMAS Hobart

Object number
1991.0040.0010

Description
Metal marine chronometer supported by wooden/glass/brass case. suspended in centre of case by two brass pins and secured by fastening latch. Case has brass handles and inlay details. Rectangular cream plaque attached to front of case above keyhole - "A.JOHANNSEN & CO. TWO DAYS. 8094" Engraved on face of chronometer - "A.Johannsen & Co, Makers to the Admiral the Indian Government and Royal Navies of Italy, Spain and Portugal, 149 Minories London."

Collection name
Department of Defence collection

Maker
A Johannsen & Co

Place made
London, England

User
Royal Australian Navy
HMAS Hobart

Materials
Wood, Brass, Glass

Dimensions
Length: 200mm
Width: 185mm
Depth: 185mm

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