Antique Gimballed Compass, English, Brass, Decorative, Display, Victorian, 1880
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Our Stock # 18.8915
This is an antique gimballed compass. An English, brass and glass decorative scientific instrument for display, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.
Fascinating decorative miner's compass, replete with carry case Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order — function untested Quality brass case presents minimal weathering and subdued golden tones Clear, bright glass dial in very good order, free of marks or loss Set upon a gimbal, with locking mechanism to the base Lift-up azimuth with articulated demi-lune degree marker Serial number engraved to the base '457' matching repair label within the case Maker's label to the mahogany case for J. CasartelliAdditional Information
18.8915 (AB-125330)
W: 35cm (13.8")H: 12cm (4.7")D: 20cm (7.9")L: 35cm (13.8")
Victorian (1837 to 1901)
Hele, United Kingdom
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