Pocket Compass
Antique Late 18th Century English Scientific Instruments
Silver
20th Century Unknown Pocket Watches
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pocket Watches
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Scientific Instruments
Brass
Antique 18th Century French Pocket Watches
Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Scientific Instruments
Silver, Brass
Vintage 1920s British Scientific Instruments
Brass
Antique Early 18th Century French Neoclassical Scientific Instruments
Metal, Bronze, Other
Antique Late 17th Century French Louis XIV Carriage Clocks and Travel Cl...
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary British More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Scientific Instruments
Brass
Early 2000s Italian Suits, Outfits and Ensembles
Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Scientific Instruments
Brass
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century German Other Desk Sets
Bronze
Antique 1840s English Globes
Brass
Early 20th Century British More Desk Accessories
Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Mixed Media
Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Early 19th Century English George III Models and Miniatures
Gold
Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18th Century Maps
Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Antique 19th Century English Scientific Instruments
Hardwood
Antique Late 17th Century British Charles II Maps
Paper
Antique Late 17th Century English Charles II Maps
Paper
Antique Late 17th Century British Charles II Maps
Paper
Antique 1670s English Baroque Maps
Paper
Antique 1670s English Baroque Maps
Paper
Antique 1670s European Baroque Maps
Paper
Antique 1670s English Baroque Maps
Paper
Antique Late 17th Century British Charles II Maps
Paper
Antique 17th Century English Baroque Maps
Paper
Antique Late 17th Century British Charles II Maps
Paper
Antique Late 19th Century English More Desk Accessories
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Mid-17th Century Dutch Scientific Instruments
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Scientific Instruments
Brass, Iron
Antique 1820s English Early Victorian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Shagreen
Antique 19th Century English Scientific Instruments
Hardwood
Antique 19th Century English Scientific Instruments
21st Century and Contemporary English Modernist Pocket Watches
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1920s British Scientific Instruments
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Industrial Nautical Objects
Brass
Vintage 1920s French Scientific Instruments
Brass
Vintage 1910s British Scientific Instruments
Brass
Early 20th Century British Victorian More Desk Accessories
Metal
Mid-20th Century Scientific Instruments
Brass
Vintage 1930s Japanese Nautical Objects
Brass
Early 20th Century British Aviation Objects
Brass
Vintage 1910s British Scientific Instruments
Brass
Antique Early 1900s British Aviation Objects
Brass
Vintage 1930s British Scientific Instruments
Brass
Early 20th Century British Scientific Instruments
Brass
Vintage 1910s British Scientific Instruments
Brass
Late 20th Century British Nautical Objects
Brass
Vintage 1910s British Aviation Objects
Brass
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Pocket Compass For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Pocket Compass?
- What is a pocket compass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A pocket compass consists of a magnetic needle encased in a nonmagnetic case that allows the needle to freely swing over a graded face or dial. A pocket compass is a timeless instrument — it can be used for research or navigation in remote areas as well as in dark and foggy conditions. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage pocket compasses.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A pocket compass is used for navigation. The magnetic needle turns until one end points north and the other points south. You can use this information to orient yourself and choose which direction to travel. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique and vintage pocket compasses.
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