Antique Gimballed Compass, English, Brass, Decorative, Display, Victorian, 1880
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. Casartelli & Son, Salford, Manchester
This is a charming antique gimballed compass, perfect for display. Well suited to the desk of those with an engineering interest or collector of Victorian instruments. Delivered polished and ready to enjoy.
Dimensions:
Case Width: 35cm (13.75'')
Case Depth: 20.5cm (8'')
Case Height: 12cm (4.75'')
Dial Diameter: 12.5cm (5'')
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