Brass Nautical Compass Made in UK in the Second Half of the 19th Century
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Brass Nautical Compass Made in UK in the Second Half of the 19th Century
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- Dimensions:Height: 0.79 in (2 cm)Diameter: 2.76 in (7 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Second Half of the 19th Century
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- Seller Location:Milan, IT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1020222501992
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