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What is a marine compass called?
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A marine compass is a kind of magnetic compass commonly found on boats. These have been used for centuries by seafarers, and antique examples command enthusiasm from collectors. On 1stDibs, you’ll find antique and contemporary compasses from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Pre World War 1 Nautical Compass by E.S.Ritchie
By E.S. Ritchie & Co
Located in Norwich, GB
Pre World War I Nautical Compass by E.S.Ritchie
Nautical compass mounted by a brass gimbal into a copper brass bound case with sloping glazed aperture with heavily bevelled glass.
Category
Antique Early 1900s Nautical Objects
Materials
Copper
Pre World War I Nautical Compass by E.S.Ritchie
Located in Norwich, GB
Pre World War I Nautical Compass by E.S.Ritchie
Nautical compass mounted by a brass gimbal into a copper brass bound case with sloping glazed aperture with heavily bevelled glass.
Category
Vintage 1910s Nautical Objects
Materials
Copper
Pocket Compass / Nautical Compass Appears to be Marked Barker and Sons of London
By Frances Barker & Son
Located in Warrenton, OR
Pocket Compass / Nautical Compass. Appears to be marked Barker and Sons of London.
Category
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Scientific Instruments
Materials
Metal
Nautical Steel Compass Course Heading Instrument
Located in Nantucket, MA
An old school nautical instrument used on the bridge of the ship. A steel body with bakelite and brass turning knobs at the top. The Captain would chart the course and enter the co...
Category
Mid-20th Century Industrial Nautical Objects
Materials
Steel
Gilt Brass Nautical Desk Compendium with Clock, Barometer and Compass
Located in Nottingham, GB
Twin lantern-form cases pivot upon a shared arched frame, designed around 1860 in the manner of naval gimballed instruments to allow adjustable viewing angles on a desk. The heavy br...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Nautical Objects
Materials
Marble, Brass
Ship's Lifeboat Gimbaled Brass Compass on Custom Stand, Nautical Desk Accessory
Located in Nantucket, MA
A brass compass from a decommissioned ship's lifeboat from the 1970's.
Category
Vintage 1970s Industrial Nautical Objects
Materials
Brass
