Compass, Surveyor's
- Object Name:
- Compass, Surveyor's
- Object ID:
- 1981.058
- Creator:
- Bowles, Thomas S. (1785-1851)
Instrument Make - Place of Origin:
- Portsmouth, NH
- Date:
- 1806-1825
- Description:
- Surveyor's compass, made by Thomas Salter Bowles (1785-1851), Portsmouth, NH, 1806-1825. Walnut and birch. Glass face. Two vertical sights. Printed paper card with star forming compass points, degree ring around perimeter, and Masonic and patriotic symbols; maker's name in center: "T S BOWLES. PORTSMOUTH. NH."
- Material:
- Wood
Walnut
Birch
Glass
Paper - Dimensions:
- H-6 W-5.6 L-12 Dia-5.6 inches
- Provenance:
- Thomas S. Bowles began advertising in Portsmouth, NH, in 1806 and moved to Portland, ME, in 1825. He was very active in Masonic lodges in New Hampshire and Maine.
- Credit Line:
- New Hampshire Historical Society Purchase, with funds provided by the Elizabeth B. Carter Foundation
- People:
- Bowles, Thomas S. (1785-1851)
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