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Boat Compass on Gimbal in a Mahogany Box

$425
£321.11
€367.89
CA$593.01
A$646.35
CHF 341.72
MX$7,780.87
NOK 4,337.30
SEK 3,976.42
DKK 2,748.17

About the Item

Solid brass gimbaled boat compass that has been meticulously polished and lacquered, and fitted to a varnished mahogany box with a lid. The lid has two brass hooks. This fine old compass is by Wilcox Crittenden of Middletown, Connecticut. Weight: 2 lbs. Overall Dimensions: 3"H x 5"W x 5"D Made: America Material: Brass Date: 1935
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3 in (7.62 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1935
  • Condition:
    Refinished.
  • Seller Location:
    Norwell, MA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 89751stDibs: LU1741245750972

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