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Antique Brass Scottish Surveyor s Compass in Fitted Wooden Box

$1,195
£905.56
€1,043.55
CA$1,690.06
A$1,817.52
CHF 971.83
MX$21,918.75
NOK 12,289.46
SEK 11,197.28
DKK 7,797.63

About the Item

This antique surveyor's compass originates from Scotland and dates to approximately 1880 and made in the period Victorian style. The compass case is composed of solid brass with a metal face and hands. The compass has two hinged hangles that fold down into the fitted walnut storage box.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)Width: 11 in (27.94 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Glass,Metal,Walnut,Machine-Made
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Some wear to the face of the compass and one dent on the bezel, and general overall wear as presented in the photos, and consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Hamilton, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1355230694472

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