A 19th century travel compass with inclinometer, beautifully signed
€ 450
A19th century travel compass with inclinometer, beautifully signed
Dimensions
Box 11 X 9 X 3 Cm
Circa
19 century
Maker
beautifully engraved name, if anyone knows who it is, please let me know
Country of manufacture
Other
Description
For sale is a 19th century travel compass with inclinometer, beautifully signed from a high-quality maker, I cannot recognize the beautifully engraved name, if anyone knows who it is, please let me know.The compass dial features a copper cover to ensure its protection, revealing an astonishingly good compass dial with scale. The very outer ring is meticulously engraved, the lower dial contains an inclinometer that can rotate freely under the compass needle.
The original accessories are still in the boxThe compass fits snugly in the box with a black velvet lining,
The compass can be locked with a small button
A truly beautiful copy by an important maker from that period
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Dealer information
Early Science
Early Science antiques was founded in 1978 by Fred de Vree based in the Netherlands where I can also be visited by appointment. I have been active for 4 decades as an antiqair and auctioneer, the last 20 years of which are specialized in scientific antiques. I visit collectors and fairs in many European countries. looking for special items please feel free to contact me by Phone or email ,if you need any information on my listed items or something you are looking for 0031653132842 [email protected]
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