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Late 19th century 3 draw leather clad pocket telescope. Measuring 6" closed and 17" extended, with an objective lens diameter of 30mm, its in very good condition with nice clear optics which are undamaged, delivering a surprisingly strong image for its size. The eyepiece lens is also protected by an internal swivel dust cover. Unsigned, but a quality piece nevertheless, which is still very practical today.

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	SOLD	SC789

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Superb condition 4 draw tapered barrel telescope by Broadhurst Clarkson produced between 1908 and 1917. Optically perfect, it has four levels of magnification, 25-30-35-40. Covered in a rich tan colored leather, it retains its original end caps and is in superb condition with all stitching intact. Incorporates sliding shutter at eyepiece end, and is engraved ' Broadhurst Clarkson & co Ltd, 63 Farringdon Road, London E.C.' Measures 10 3/4" closed, 34 1/2" open with sunshade extended. With a 2 1/4" objective glass this is a powerful, high quality telescope ideal for everyday use.

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	SOLD	SC280

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An impressive late 19th century 3 draw leather clad telescope, which although unsigned is clearly a quality piece.
The stitched leather cladding on the main barrel has been professionally recovered at some stage, and the brass work has been polished to a nice finish. Optically and cosmetically in good condition, the 40mm objective lens produces a clear image of approximately 20x magnification, and the eyepiece lens is protected by a swivel dust cover in the brass eye cup.
Measuring 9.5" closed and 29" extended, all the tubes are dent free, making this a quality antique telescope which is great for practical use as well as display.

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	SOLD	SC916

30x magnification field telescope by H & G

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A military style 3 draw tapered field telescope similar to those used by scouting regiments during WW1. Made by H & G who I have to confess is a maker I have yet to track down, it is marked with a magnification of 30x. This is an impressive telescope, measuring 32" fully extended with sunshade, and 10.75" closed, and the large 50mm objective lens delivers a strong clear image. In excellent condition all round with no dents, with a stitched leather cladding which is virtually unmarked. A superb telescope, made to the same high standards as its military counterparts.

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	SOLD	SC614

Naval style Officer of the Watch telescope

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This is a fine single draw Officer of the Watch style telescope probably made for naval use. Although it is unsigned, the first draw is engraved 'SYD 3022' which I've not yet been able to identify the meaning of. However, the quality and build suggests it may well have been produced by one of the more recognised makers, possibly Ross or Hughes.
The main barrel is covered in its original brown leather stitched cladding, and the draw tube and fittings are nickel plated, all of which are in excellent cosmetic condition. The image is clear and sharp, with a magnification of around 20x through its 33mm objective lens, which is protected by a leather end cap.
A classic style telescope from the second quarter of the 20th century, it measures 18" closed, 25" fully extended with sliding sun shade, and also has a protective sliding dust cover on the eyepiece.

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	SOLD	SC807

Pancratic field telescope with variable magnification 25-40x

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Great condition 3 draw leather clad field telescope by Broadhurst Clarkson. This model is called the Pancratic Tourist, which is fitted with an additional Pancratic draw tube, enabling the power to be increased at will from 25x to 40x in stages of 5x. This is a great advantage as objects not clearly seen can be readily observed with 40x. All lenses are in good undamaged condition, and the image quality is first class.
The telescope body is leather clad and is in fine condition with all stitching intact, although a previous owners name & address is written neatly in very small letters along the barrel, but really not very noticeable ,See enlarged photo
Engraved ' Broadhurst Clarkson & Co Ltd, 63 Farringdon Road, London E.C', and measuring 10.5" closed, 34" open, this is the largest version of the Pancratic Tourist range with an object glass diameter of 55mm. The condition of this telescope is well above average as can be seen from the photos, and is fully functional, with dent free tubes. A great telescope to use, with a clear bright image, it weighs just under 1.4kgs so very practical for use on the move.

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	SOLD	SC925

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19th century 3 draw leather clad ships telescope. Dating to around 1850, measuring 10" closed and 32" extended, with an objective lens diameter of 45mm. This is an impressive telescope with a magnification of approx 20x, delivering a nice sharp clear image.
In great condition, the lacquered brass has a wonderful patination with a smooth action on the draws, and sliding sun/dew hood. Both objective and eyepiece lens are protected by a brass cover and swivel shutter, respectively, and all lenses are free from damage. The leather cladding is also intact, and the telescope fits into a fabric covered case which although recently repaired, still does a good job of protecting the scope. Unsigned, but nevertheless a quality piece in excellent condition.

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	SOLD	SC619

Signalling telescope by Broadhurst Clarkson

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A military 3 draw field telescope as used by signalling regiments in the inter war period. Made by Broadhurst Clarkson and engraved on first draw tube,' TEL. SIG. (MK VI) B.C. LTD & CO, 475 O.S. 717 G.A.' also has the military arrow stamp.
This is an impressive telescope, measuring 36" fully extended with sunshade, and 11" closed. It comes with two eyepieces marked 'High' & 'Low', which give 30x & 15x power respectively, and the 60mm objective lens delivers a clear, sharp image. In very good condition all round, including the leather cladding and straps (the long carrying strap appears to be a later replacement), the draw action is still firm and there are no dents. A substantial telescope complete with its accessories, of a rare model type which will appeal to collectors of militaria, yet is still practical to use for field pursuits.

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	SOLD	SC705

WW1 Officer of the Watch telescope by Henry Hughes

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A fine example of a WW1era single draw, Officer of the Watch naval telescope signed, H. HUGHES & SON Ltd, LONDON, No 8210.
Of nickel silver construction with stitched leather cladding on the main barrel, there is a swivel dust shield for the eyepiece and the main lens is protected by a leather end cap.
In excellent condition throughout, no dents or dings, the undamaged lenses deliver a powerful clear image of approximately 20x magnification. With all stitching intact on the rich leather cladding, it measures just over 24" fully extended including sunshade, 18" closed, and has an objective lens of 30mm visible diameter.
The draw action is smooth yet firm, making this a great telescope to use or display.

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	SOLD	SC1078

Broadhurst Clarkson 3 draw pocket telescope

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Mid 20th century 3 draw leather clad pocket telescope signed 'HAWK 18x, B.C. & Co Ltd'. Made in England by Broadhurst Clarkson, the optics are in fine condition and protected by an objective lens brass end cap. The image is clear & sharp, and unusually powerful (18x) for a pocket telescope. In excellent condition all round, no dents, it measures 6.25" closed and 17" extended, with an objective lens diameter of 25mm.

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	SOLD	SC713

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This is a very nice example of the famous, but increasingly hard to find Scout Regiment telescope. Adopted by the British Army in 1939, and made by Broadhurst Clarkson, the specification was developed from its WW1 predecessor the Tel Sig model, but with improvements in both weight and ease of use. Its a 3 draw scope with a 22x magnification, and is engraved 'TEL. SCT. REGT. MK. II s, B.C Ltd & CO, O.S. 126. GA. 6349' on the first draw, it also has the military arrow.
It has clear, undamaged optics with a 2" objective lens, and the stitched leather cladding is also in sound condition.The brass draw tubes still have a smooth action, are all dent free and the eyepiece still has its original swivel dust cover which incorporates a green coloured light filter.
It also comes with its original separate hard leather case which apart from the absence of the leather closing tab on the cap, is also in very good condition, with all other stitching intact, plus a sound shoulder strap.
Measuring just over 10" closed and just under 32" fully extended including sunshade, it weighs 1.3kgs and 1.7kgs with its case, making it an ideal field telescope for stalking or spotting.

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	SOLD	SC1061

19th century 3 draw maritime telescope by J Cam , London

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Nice example of a Naval telescope, by J Cam London, which has a mahogany barrel with 3 brass draw tubes. Measures 35" fully extended with sun shade, 11.5" closed. Sliding shutters at each end protect the 45mm achromatic objective lens and eyepiece. Dating to around 1825, this telescope is in very good condition all round, the brass draw tubes have some usage wear and the odd minor ding, but still retain a smooth action.
Optically very good, all 5 lenses are undamaged, producing crisp clear image to around 20x magnification. The mahogany barrel is also in excellent condition, no splits or cracks, all in all a quality piece, good for practical use as well as display.

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	SOLD	SC640

Vintage field telescope by Broadhurst Clarkson

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This is a superb condition 3 draw leather clad field telescope by Broadhurst Clarkson, which appears to have had very little use, retaining all of its non reflective coating on the 3 draw tubes. This particular model is called the 'Tourist', and was based on the old War Office Signalling model, and is ideal for stalking or spotting, being optically sound with a 42mm visible diameter objective lens producing a crystal clear image to a magnification of 25x.
The telescope is completely dent free, with a leather covered main barrel and all stitching and seams are intact, including the protective end caps.
Engraved ' Broadhurst Clarkson & Co Ltd, 63 Farringdon Road, London E.C' on the first draw, it
measures 10 1/4" closed, 31" open with sunshade extended, a quality telescope weighing just under 1.1 kg.

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	SOLD	SC987

Single draw WW2 naval telescope by W Ottway

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A fine example of a WW2 Officer of the Watch telescope by W Ottway & Co Ltd, Ealing, London, serial no *111. Manufactured during the 1940's, this telescope is not only visually impressive with its German nickel silver draw tube, but also delivers a nice sharp & clear image through the 35mm objective lens. Ottway telescopes were made to the highest standards and this particular one also carries the National Physical Laboratory testing logo for 1944, and the war department military arrow.
The condition is very good, with superb optics and completely dent free. The only minor flaw is that its missing a small piece of the black leather cladding at one end, which can be seen in the last photo. A fully working single draw WW2 naval telescope, that is as practical today as when it was first made.
Dimensions, 18" closed, 25" fully extended with sliding sun shade, also has a protective sliding dust cover on the eyepiece.

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	SOLD	SC675

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A military brass leather-clad three draw telescope by H F Angus & Co., Wigmore Street, London 393 MOD stamp M231, probably Victorian, in original leather leather case. The telescope is fine optically, producing crisp clear image, and is in very clean cosmetic condition with a beautiful patina to the brass and with no discernable signs of excessive wear, e.g. dents, scratches etc. The objective measures 2" = 50mm across and the telescope measures 29 1/2" = 750mm fully extended (with the collapsible hood fully extended). The case is not in mint condition, missing a couple of loops, but is still functional.
All in all a fine telescope for use or display.

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	SOLD	SC217

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Late 19th century 3 draw leather clad pocket telescope with loops for a lanyard, and embossed 'TRADE MARK' in gold letters on the leather. There is also a symbol which appears to be some sort of bird symbol on the leather and is probably the logo of the maker, but I've yet to identify who this might be.
Measuring 5.75" closed and 16" extended, with an objective lens diameter of 25mm, its in good condition with no dents & optics are clear and undamaged, delivering a clear strong image of around 15x magnification.

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	SOLD	SC790

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A later vintage 3 draw telescope signed 25X ULTRA BC & CO. LTD, LONDON, in excellent condition all round. Superb optics giving 25X magnification. Clad in a rich tan leather, complete with end caps and carrying strap, brass draw tubes. Measures 30" extended, 10 1/4" closed, object lens 1 3/4" diameter. Attractive telescope, ideal for regular use.

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	SOLD	SC257

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19th Century Victorian maritime single draw telescope signed 'J P Cutts Optician to Her Majesty, Sheffield'. This is a really impressive telescope, measuring over 40" fully extended, and 20" closed, weighs over 1.5kgs. All lenses present and intact, producing powerful clear image through the 1 3/4" dia object lens. Lost its original leather covering many years ago as can be seen by the patination on the main object barrel.
Both eyepiece and object lens are protected with sliding shutters, although the external pips seem to be missing, the shutters open & close freely.
Minor indentations only on the barrel, draw tube in excellent condition and incorporates sliding sun shade. This is a real gem, looks great and a pleasure to use.

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Impressive 3 draw leather clad telescope signed Dollond London, Signalling, No 12031. Dating from the early part of the 20th century, this is a fine example from probably the most important instrument maker of the period. In superb condition, all round, it comes with an additional eyepiece for low power, in its own separate leather case. Measures 32" fully extended, 10"closed, missing only its carrying strap. A great telescope to use, optically perfect.

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	SOLD	SC245

Single draw Officer of the Watch telescope by W Ottway London.

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A classic single draw WW2 Royal Navy Officer of the Watch telescope engraved 'Patt 373, W. Ottway & Co Ltd, Ealing, London, 1939, No 89'. The powerful 1.75" object lens delivers a wonderfully sharp, clear image of approx 20x , and this telescope is as practical today as when it was made in 1939. Ottway are renowned for the quality of their telescopes, and along with the war department crowsfoot symbol, it also has the National Physical Laboratory testing logo for the year 1939. These telescopes were specially constructed for Naval use, and are very robust, with all tubes and outside mounts made from German Silver. The condition is good all round, with only minor scuffing on the stitched leather cladding, and some very small dints in the first draw.
Dimensions, 16" closed 24" fully extended with sliding hood, protective leather end cap and eyepiece sliding shutter.

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	SOLD	SC711

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A superb condition 3 draw leather clad field telescope engraved 'J H Steward Ltd, London, Made in England' with a pancratic tube giving 3 levels of magnification, 25-30-35. Covered in a rich tan colored leather, it comes with its leather end caps and carrying strap and dates to the second quarter of the 20th century. It's in very good condition all round, with no dents, and the draw tubes still have the original bronze finish, with a smooth draw action.
The leather cladding, is also in fine condition as can be seen from the photos, and the large 55mm diameter objective lens delivers a clear sharp image. Measures 11" closed, 36" open with sunshade extended, this is an exceptional telescope ideal for stalking, and compares favourably to the modern stalking telescopes by Gray & Co of Iverness which now retail at over £1100 and on a 3 month waiting list!.

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	SOLD	SC810

19th century 3 draw marine pocket telescope

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19th century 3 draw leather clad marine pocket telescope. Measuring 7" closed and 20" extended, with an objective lens diameter of 35mm, this is a super little telescope almost identical in design to the larger versions of this era, but it also delivers a clear powerful image for its size.
In great condition, the brass has a wonderful patina with a smooth action on the draws, and sliding sun/dew hood, plus its original brass end cap. The leather cladding is also intact, its only minor blemish is the absence of the internal swivel dust cover on the eyepiece. Unsigned, but clearly a quality piece in good working condition.

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	SOLD	SC553

4 draw Super 60x field telescope by Broadhurst Clarkson

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This telescope is the highest power portable ever made by Broadhurst Clarkson. Specially designed to give very high magnification, the instrument has 4 draw tubes with a pancratic tube which enables the power to be be increased at will from 30x to a very powerful 60x. Hence its name, 'The Super 60x Telescope'. The body has been recovered in brown calf leather at some point in the past, but this has been done quite well, as can be seen from the photos. With caps & carrying strap, this telescope is of impressive proportions, 12" closed, 42" open, 2 1/2" object glass, and weighing over 1.8 kgs. In full working order, optically perfect and dent free throughout, this size of telescope does not come along too often.
Made by Broadhurst Clarkson for retail by H. Salanson & Co Ltd, Bristol & Cardiff, whose name is also engraved on the telescope.

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	SOLD	SC648

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Late 19th century 3 draw rope twist leather clad marine pocket telescope. Measuring 6" closed and 16.5" extended, with an objective lens diameter of 30mm, its in very good condition with no dents & optics are clear and undamaged, delivering a strong image for its size. Complete with brass lens cover & sliding shutter at eyepiece end, it still has the original looops for attaching a lanyard, although unsigned, a quality piece nevertheless.

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	SOLD	SC538

Vintage 3 draw Spotter telescope by J H Steward London

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A fine 3 draw leather clad tapered barrel field telescope by J H Steward. This particular telescope is engraved 'The 22/100 Spotter, J H Steward Ltd, LONDON, Made in England' Measuring 33" fully extended, 11" closed, the 50mm objective glass delivers a clear sharp image of approximately 25x and focuses from around 10metres to infinity. All lenses are in good undamaged condition, and the leatherwork and stitching is also in fine order, although the separate end caps do have some colour fading in places.
Ideal for every day use, with all the attributes of a good stalking telescope, enabling detailed subject viewing with superb image quality, and weighing just under 1400 grammes.

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	SOLD	SC912

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This is a good example of the famous Scout Regiment telescope adopted by the British Army in 1939. Made by Broadhurst Clarkson, the specification was developed from its WW1 predecessor the Tel Sig model, but with improvements in both weight and ease of use. Its a 3 draw scope with a 22x magnification, and is engraved 'TEL SCT REG MK.II s, BC Ltd & Co, 6689 O S 126 GA' on the first draw. It has superb crystal clear optics with a 2" objective lens, and the stitched leather cladding is also in very good condition as can be seen in the photos. The brass draw tubes still have a firm action and are dent free except for one very small dimple on the first draw measuring around 2mm, which is not really of any significance, but I mention it for accuracy and have provided a close up in one of the photos.
The eyepiece has a swivel dust cover which incorporates a light filter, and the telescope comes with its original separate hard leather case which again is in excellent condition. Measuring just over 10" closed and 31.5" fully extended including sunshade, it weighs 1.2kgs and 1.5kgs with its case, making it an ideal field stalking telescope.

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	SOLD	SC797

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Early 20th Century 3 draw telescope signed JH Steward Ltd London.
Of brass construction this telescope is in really fine condition and is complete with leather case, strap and dust cap, all in excellent order throughout. Optically perfect, the eyepiece has a sliding dust cover present and the first draw is engraved with lines and numbers '30-25-20' indicating the magnifications. The rich, black leather cover to the barrel is in excellent condition with all the stitching intact. Measurements are: 26" extended, 10 1/2" closed. Diameter of object lens: 1 1/2", overall weight 1.2kgs.

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	SOLD	SC012

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Superb 19th century single draw tapered barrel telescope by James Berry, & signed J Berry 59 Marischall Street, Aberdeen. Leather bound barrel, with sun shade (the leather on the sunshade has been re-covered at some stage) Brass construction, no dents or dings. My research shows that James Berry was a watchmaker and maker of nautical instruments, and was working at the signed address between 1866 to 1878. Probably for maritime use (possibly on whaling ships) this is a powerful scope with a 2" object lens and a joy to use. Produces crystal clear image, although there is a scratch on the lens, it is not visible on the image at all. Overall in very good condition the leather stitching is complete with minimal wear and tear on the surface. Dimensions are : 34" with shade extended, 24 1/2" closed. Eyepiece has sliding dust cover.

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	SOLD	SC206

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Supeb condition Officer of the Watch telescope by H. Hughes & Son, London EC3, serial no 13/297/836. Manufactured during the 1940's, this telescope is not only visually impressive with its nickel silver draw tube, but also delivers a nice sharp clear image through the 38mm objective lens. Complete with a Parker Hale tripod of the same period this telescope is as practical today as when it was first made. The condition is excellent all round, with only very minor scuffing on the stiched, rich tan leather cladding. Dimensions, 17" closed, 24" fully extended with sliding hood, tripod height 14". Protective leather end cap and eyepiece sliding shutter.

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	SOLD	SC549

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This is an unusual 3 draw brass telescope, but with a COPPER object lens tube and sliding sun hood. Almost certainly of 19th Century maritime origin, it measures 12 1/2" closed and 35 1/2" fully extended with sunshade, the lens diameter is approximately 2”, and both eye piece and object lenses are protected with sliding covers. It produces a powerful, clear image, focuses well, and in good condition.
Optically sound no lens damage, the brass draw tubes are in very good condition, and the copper tube has only a few minor dings of little consequence.

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	SOLD	SC016

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