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Compass, Surveyor's

Object Name:
Compass, Surveyor's
Object ID:
1873.004.05
Description:
Compass in brass box. Paper face or card printed 0-90 from North and South. Fleur-de-lis for North. Needle is missing. Stabilized in two dimensions, via double-ring gimbal, attached to round brass box with removable cover. "N/gl" engraved on bottom, no other markings. Interior painted black, most paint worn off.
Material:
Metal
Brass
Glass
Dimensions:
H-2 Dia-3.75 inches
Credit Line:
Gift of Ezra Bartlett
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