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Covered Compass
Covered Compass

Covered Compass

Located in Greenwich, CT

An Edwardian naval training compass in a glass case having graphic black and white lettering of the compass points and a working metal pointer, printed with the once well-known manuf...

Category

1910s English Antique Compasses

Materials

Copper

Antique maritime navy compass
Antique maritime navy compass

Antique maritime navy compass

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Antique maritime navy compass in very nice original condition.

Category

19th Century European Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Skylight Yacht Binnacle Compass
Skylight Yacht Binnacle Compass

Skylight Yacht Binnacle Compass

Located in Norwell, MA

Beautiful solid brass yacht binnacle from John Bliss of New York with gimbaled compass mounted to a varnished wood base. The compass bezel is engraved John Bliss and Company New York.

Category

Early 1800s Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

19th Century Boxed Ships Compass
19th Century Boxed Ships Compass

19th Century Boxed Ships Compass

Located in Norwell, MA

Brass bowl compass with gimbaled. Weight is 9 pounds.

Category

1890s Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Yachting Binnacle Compass Circa 1920
Yachting Binnacle Compass Circa 1920

Yachting Binnacle Compass Circa 1920

Located in Norwell, MA

Negus were famous ships chandlers located at South Street Seaport in New York. With gimballed compass from E.S. Ritchie Boston, serial number 82885.

Category

1920s North American Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Exquisite Boat Binnacle with Compass
Exquisite Boat Binnacle with Compass

Exquisite Boat Binnacle with Compass

Located in Norwell, MA

Solid brass yacht compass fitted to a very fine varnished binnacle box with brass hinges and glass door.

Category

1890s American Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Rare American Yacht Binnacle Compass
Rare American Yacht Binnacle Compass

Rare American Yacht Binnacle Compass

Located in Norwell, MA

Absolutely awesome yacht binnacle by New York maker T.S & J.D Negus of New York. Varnished base with intricate rope carving. The brass binnacle carries 2 oil lanterns, Iron compensat...

Category

Early 1900s North American Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Yacht Binnacle with Wood Bowl Compass
Yacht Binnacle with Wood Bowl Compass

Yacht Binnacle with Wood Bowl Compass

Located in Norwell, MA

Nineteenth-century yacht binnacle with a dry card compass in a wood bowl. The compass has been tilt-mounted for decorative viewing.

Category

1860s North American Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

19th Century Compass by Robert Merrill
19th Century Compass by Robert Merrill

19th Century Compass by Robert Merrill

Located in Norwell, MA

19th century compass by Robert Merrill, dry compass card mounted to timber box on a gimbal.

Category

Late 19th Century North American Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Victorian Swivel Compass Necklace, Studio VL
Victorian Swivel Compass Necklace, Studio VL

Victorian Swivel Compass Necklace, Studio VL

Located in New York, NY

Compass fob is reversible and functions on both sides.

Category

1880s American Victorian Antique Compasses

Materials

Gold-filled

Victorian French Carriage Clock with Compass
Victorian French Carriage Clock with Compass

Victorian French Carriage Clock with Compass

Located in Norwich, GB

Not only is it very rare to find oval carriage clocks but perhaps rarer still to find a compass mounted on the top. C.1890   

Category

19th Century French Victorian Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

19th Century, Compass and Sundial Together
19th Century, Compass and Sundial Together

19th Century, Compass and Sundial Together

Located in Miami, FL

19th century, compass and sundial together.

Category

Late 19th Century French Baroque Antique Compasses

Materials

Wood

19th Century Compass and Sundial Together
19th Century Compass and Sundial Together

19th Century Compass and Sundial Together

Located in Miami, FL

19th century compass and sundial together.

Category

Late 19th Century French Baroque Antique Compasses

Materials

Wood

Nineteenth Century Ship's Compass by Robert Merrill
Nineteenth Century Ship's Compass by Robert Merrill

Nineteenth Century Ship's Compass by Robert Merrill

Located in Norwell, MA

Paper compass card with fleur-de-lis at north. Compass points north!

Category

1860s North American Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Victorian Sterling Silver Travelling Clock or Compass
Victorian Sterling Silver Travelling Clock or Compass

Victorian Sterling Silver Travelling Clock or Compass

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The upper plateau of the clock is fitted with a compass with a plain white enamel dial. The compass is embellished with cardinal and intermediate marks forming a 16 point compass ...

Category

1890s English Victorian Antique Compasses

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Boat Binnacle Compass from the 19th Century
Boat Binnacle Compass from the 19th Century

Boat Binnacle Compass from the 19th Century

Located in Norwell, MA

Rare yacht binnacle with a highly polished gimballed compass fitted to a varnished box. The box has a polished brass side burner and hinges, hooks, and screws.

Category

1890s North American Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

George III Pocket Compass, Early 19th Century, Mahogany Case
George III Pocket Compass, Early 19th Century, Mahogany Case

George III Pocket Compass, Early 19th Century, Mahogany Case

Located in Astoria, NY

George III Pocket Compass, early 19th century, in mahogany case. Closed: 3.25" L x 3.25" W x 1" D.

Category

Early 19th Century English George III Antique Compasses

Materials

Metal

Antique Yacht Or Boat Binnacle Compass by Polaris
Antique Yacht Or Boat Binnacle Compass by Polaris

Antique Yacht Or Boat Binnacle Compass by Polaris

By Polaris

Located in Norwell, MA

Boat compass in binnacle with hinged lid, sidelight, brass hook, etc.

Category

1890s American Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Antique Miniature Specimen Marble or Hard Stone Compass
Antique Miniature Specimen Marble or Hard Stone Compass

Antique Miniature Specimen Marble or Hard Stone Compass

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine miniature antique compass. Set in a matrix of specimen gemstones and hardstones.

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Compasses

Materials

Onyx, Tiger's Eye, Jasper

Augsburg portable brass sundial and compass by Andreas Vogler
Augsburg portable brass sundial and compass by Andreas Vogler

Augsburg portable brass sundial and compass by Andreas Vogler

Located in London, GB

A folding portable brass sundial and compass, ornately engraved octagonal fire gilt base plate, Augsburg, circa 1780 – 1800.

Category

Late 18th Century German Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Masonic 9 Karat Gold Square and Compasses Charm Pendant
Masonic 9 Karat Gold Square and Compasses Charm Pendant

Masonic 9 Karat Gold Square and Compasses Charm Pendant

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is a Masonic charm pendant depicting the “Square and Compasses”. It is crafted in 9K gold. Circa 1920 Maker’s mark: WJP Has hallmarks Weight: 2.47g Diameter: 2.5cm IMPORTAN...

Category

Early 20th Century English Antique Compasses

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Fine Shaped Burl Tabletop with Compass Star Inlay
Fine Shaped Burl Tabletop with Compass Star Inlay

Fine Shaped Burl Tabletop with Compass Star Inlay

Located in Greenwich, CT

Very fine English early 19th Century solid burl yewwood tabletop with molded edge and scalloped sides with mahogany and sycamore compass star inlay, the whole possessing very good, r...

Category

1830s English William IV Antique Compasses

Materials

Yew

Mariner's Compass Quilt with Swag and Bow Border
Mariner's Compass Quilt with Swag and Bow Border

Mariner's Compass Quilt with Swag and Bow Border

Located in Darnestown, MD

The circles around the compasses are an unusual variation and they create a wonderful secondary pattern, effectively carrying the eye throughout the quilt.

Category

19th Century American Antique Compasses

Materials

Cotton

Antique Heymann Globe – Exquisite Cartographic Masterpiece with Compass
Antique Heymann Globe – Exquisite Cartographic Masterpiece with Compass

Antique Heymann Globe – Exquisite Cartographic Masterpiece with Compass

Located in Hamburg, DE

The base is not only decorative but also functional, incorporating a built-in compass, which would have been an essential tool for navigation enthusiasts of the time.

Category

1890s Belle Époque Antique Compasses

Materials

Glass, Paper

19th Century Miniature Globe on Wooden Stand with Compass
19th Century Miniature Globe on Wooden Stand with Compass

19th Century Miniature Globe on Wooden Stand with Compass

By Ludw. Jul. Heymann

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

This miniature globe, featuring its original patina and painted wooden base, has its original mounted working compass. This rare decorative collectible will certainly be focal point ...

Category

Late 19th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Compasses

Materials

Metal

English Ship's Binnacle Compass of Brass with Side Burner Light
English Ship's Binnacle Compass of Brass with Side Burner Light

English Ship's Binnacle Compass of Brass with Side Burner Light

Located in Austin, TX

A binnacle is the housing that protects the compass and helps stabilize it despite the ship's movements, designed to shield the compass from the magnetic influences of the ship's str...

Category

Early 20th Century English Antique Compasses

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Brass Scottish Surveyor's Compass in Fitted Wooden Box
Antique Brass Scottish Surveyor's Compass in Fitted Wooden Box

Antique Brass Scottish Surveyor's Compass in Fitted Wooden Box

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

The compass case is composed of solid brass with a metal face and hands.

Category

Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Antique Compasses

Materials

Metal, Brass

Early 19th Century Swedish Brass Compass with Cover, Marked ZBS
Early 19th Century Swedish Brass Compass with Cover, Marked ZBS

Early 19th Century Swedish Brass Compass with Cover, Marked ZBS

Located in Knivsta, SE

Early 19th Century Swedish Brass Compass with Cover, Marked ZBS A beautiful and unusual Swedish brass compass dating from the first half of the 19th century.

Category

Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

English Nautical Mantel Clock with Barometer and Compass Eight-Day
English Nautical Mantel Clock with Barometer and Compass Eight-Day

English Nautical Mantel Clock with Barometer and Compass Eight-Day

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

An exceptional and highly decorative English nautical mantel clock, featuring a rare combination of a mechanical clock, barometer, and compass housed within an elegant maritime-inspi...

Category

Early 1900s English Antique Compasses

Materials

Bronze

Spanish Colonial Revival Marquetry Farmhouse Dining Table, Compass Star Inlay
Spanish Colonial Revival Marquetry Farmhouse Dining Table, Compass Star Inlay

Spanish Colonial Revival Marquetry Farmhouse Dining Table, Compass Star Inlay

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Spanish Colonial Revival Marquetry Farmhouse Dining Table with Compass Star Inlay A striking Spanish Colonial Revival farmhouse table distinguished by its bold geometric marquetry t...

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Antique Compasses

Materials

Chestnut, Ebony, Pine

19th Century Indian Etched Brass Qibla Compass, Antique Anglo-Indian
19th Century Indian Etched Brass Qibla Compass, Antique Anglo-Indian

19th Century Indian Etched Brass Qibla Compass, Antique Anglo-Indian

Located in Stamford, CT

19th Century Indian etched brass Qibla compass. The compass with brass needle and glass cover, the reverse engraved with tables. 4.2 inches high 2.3 wide A qibla (qiblah) compa...

Category

Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

LORENZ GRASSL German 18th Century Antique Foldable Compass-Sundial Gilt Bronze
LORENZ GRASSL German 18th Century Antique Foldable Compass-Sundial Gilt Bronze

LORENZ GRASSL German 18th Century Antique Foldable Compass-Sundial Gilt Bronze

By Lorenz

Located in Miami, FL

An antique Augsburg-type equinoctial compass sundial by Lorenz Grassl. This is an exceptional and very rare 18th-century Augsburg equinoctial compass sundial, signed “Lorenz Graßl”,...

Category

1770s German George III Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Steel

LORENZ GRASSL German 1770 Antique Portable Octagonal Compass-Sundial In Bronze
LORENZ GRASSL German 1770 Antique Portable Octagonal Compass-Sundial In Bronze

LORENZ GRASSL German 1770 Antique Portable Octagonal Compass-Sundial In Bronze

By Lorenz

Located in Miami, FL

Antique portable Augsburg equinoctial compass sundial by Lorenz Grassl. This is an exceptional and very rare 18th-century Augsburg equinoctial compass sundial, signed “Lorenz Graßl”...

Category

1770s German George III Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Antique Roman Bronze Rare Architects Geometrical Compass/Divider 3.AD
Antique Roman Bronze Rare Architects Geometrical Compass/Divider 3.AD

Antique Roman Bronze Rare Architects Geometrical Compass/Divider 3.AD

Located in Doha, QA

Extremely rare and one of a kind ancient Roman bronze geometrical compass/divider. It is in an excellent condition for its age.

Category

15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Compasses

Materials

Stone, Bronze

Pair of 19th Century French Louis XV Compass Rose Marquetry Nightstands
Pair of 19th Century French Louis XV Compass Rose Marquetry Nightstands

Pair of 19th Century French Louis XV Compass Rose Marquetry Nightstands

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

The tops are particularly decorative, featuring an eight-point compass rose beautifully executed in geometric marquetry, surrounded by contrasting borders and fine stringing.

Category

19th Century French Louis XV Antique Compasses

Materials

Fruitwood, Walnut

Antique Vineyard Setter's Compass, French, Brass, Surveyor's Instrument, C.1900
Antique Vineyard Setter's Compass, French, Brass, Surveyor's Instrument, C.1900

Antique Vineyard Setter's Compass, French, Brass, Surveyor's Instrument, C.1900

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Dimensions: Case width: 20.5cm (8'') Case depth: 10.5cm (4.25'') Case height: 10.5cm (4.25'') Compass width: 8cm (3.25'') Compass depth: 8cm (3.25'') Compass height: 18cm (7'...

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Pre World War I Nautical Compass by E.S.Ritchie
Pre World War I Nautical Compass by E.S.Ritchie

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

1910s Antique Compasses

Materials

Copper

Pre World War 1 Nautical Compass by E.S.Ritchie
Pre World War 1 Nautical Compass by E.S.Ritchie

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

Early 1900s Antique Compasses

Materials

Copper

WWI 1917 British Army Officer's Compass, Verner's Pattern by French Ltd.
WWI 1917 British Army Officer's Compass, Verner's Pattern by French Ltd.

WWI 1917 British Army Officer's Compass, Verner's Pattern by French Ltd.

Located in Bath, GB

This is an excellent original example of Verner's Pattern compass in brass.. It is fully functioning, has a brass case and is mounted with lanyard ring.

Category

1910s British George IV Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Antique English Victorian Nautical Brass Ship Binnacle Compass Table Lamp
Antique English Victorian Nautical Brass Ship Binnacle Compass Table Lamp

Antique English Victorian Nautical Brass Ship Binnacle Compass Table Lamp

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique English Victorian Nautical Brass Ship Binnacle Compass Table Lamp on Wooden Base. Circa Early 20th Century.

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Pair of English Sheraton Console Tables, Oak, Inlaid Compass Top
Pair of English Sheraton Console Tables, Oak, Inlaid Compass Top

Pair of English Sheraton Console Tables, Oak, Inlaid Compass Top

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of English Sheraton 18th century demilune shaped oak console tables with an inlaid compass patterned top and on 3 drawers with brass circular drawer pulls resting a square taper...

Category

18th Century English Sheraton Antique Compasses

Materials

Mahogany

E.S. Ritchie & Söns Boston Brass Compass on Teak Socket
E.S. Ritchie & Söns Boston Brass Compass on Teak Socket

E.S. Ritchie & Söns Boston Brass Compass on Teak Socket

Located in Vienna, AT

Patinated brass nighthouse on solid lacquered teak plinth. Transport box for compass, included. Measures: H. 106 cm. Ø. 31 cm.

Category

1920s American Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

W. Hartmann Antique Oak & Copper Ships Binnacle Nautical Maritime Compass
W. Hartmann Antique Oak & Copper Ships Binnacle Nautical Maritime Compass

W. Hartmann Antique Oak & Copper Ships Binnacle Nautical Maritime Compass

By A. Lietz Co.

Located in Dayton, OH

The case includes the original lantern housing which would help the navigator by illuminating the compass. Measure: 57".  

Category

Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass, Copper

Yacht Binnacle from Italy Circa 1880 with Dry Card Compass
Yacht Binnacle from Italy Circa 1880 with Dry Card Compass

Yacht Binnacle from Italy Circa 1880 with Dry Card Compass

Located in Norwell, MA

Yacht binnacle of a very unique and rare design. With Italian compass on gimbals. Mushroom style hood with hinged doors.

Category

1880s Italian Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Antique 18th Century Diptych Pocket Sundial and Compass by German Beringer
Antique 18th Century Diptych Pocket Sundial and Compass by German Beringer

Antique 18th Century Diptych Pocket Sundial and Compass by German Beringer

Located in Firenze, IT

With hinged gnomon, hour ring and latitude arc, silvered compass rose with two inset bubble levels, raised on three levelling screws, in velvet lined and shaped leather covered case,...

Category

1780s German Neoclassical Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

19th Century Wood Bowl Ship's Compass by Samuel Thaxter of Boston
19th Century Wood Bowl Ship's Compass by Samuel Thaxter of Boston

19th Century Wood Bowl Ship's Compass by Samuel Thaxter of Boston

Located in Norwell, MA

Early nineteenth-century wood bowl ship's compass by Samuel Thaxter & Son of 125 State Street, Boston.

Category

1850s North American Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Antique French Matchbox Holder with Compass, c. 1900 – Unique Vintage Gift
Antique French Matchbox Holder with Compass, c. 1900 – Unique Vintage Gift

Antique French Matchbox Holder with Compass, c. 1900 – Unique Vintage Gift

Located in Hamburg, DE

The real highlight, however, is the working compass set into the front, framed by a beautifully hand-painted, star-shaped polychrome design.

Category

1890s French Belle Époque Antique Compasses

Materials

Metal

Antique "Le Jockey Club" 1930's Horse Racing Binoculars with Compass
Antique "Le Jockey Club" 1930's Horse Racing Binoculars with Compass

Antique "Le Jockey Club" 1930's Horse Racing Binoculars with Compass

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

AS evident from the photos, the case has age related wear but the binoculars are totally functioning and include an integral compass on the front stem between the lenses.

Category

Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

18th c American Mahogany Dome Top Secretary with Compass Star Inlay
18th c American Mahogany Dome Top Secretary with Compass Star Inlay

18th c American Mahogany Dome Top Secretary with Compass Star Inlay

Located in Milford, NH

A wonderful form two part American mahogany dome top secretary, its upper case with a molded cornice over two fitted doors, opening to a compartmentalized interior with open shaped v...

Category

18th Century American Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Antique Walnut Wood Oval Tea Table with Compass Rose, Circa 1870
Antique Walnut Wood Oval Tea Table with Compass Rose, Circa 1870

Antique Walnut Wood Oval Tea Table with Compass Rose, Circa 1870

Located in Opole, PL

The center of the top is adorned with an inlay in the shape of a compass rose. The base stands on four legs composed of double volutes connected by a central finial.

Category

19th Century Dutch Antique Compasses

Materials

Walnut

Early 20th Century Bronze and Brass Gimballed Ship's Compass by F. Smith & Sons
Early 20th Century Bronze and Brass Gimballed Ship's Compass by F. Smith & Sons

Early 20th Century Bronze and Brass Gimballed Ship's Compass by F. Smith & Sons

Located in Worcester, GB

Early 20th Century Bronze and Brass Gimballed Ship's Compass by F. Smith & Sons, Southampton A fine early 20th century English ship's compass by F.

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Compasses

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Masonic Table with Leather Bible Compartment Flip Lid Compass Legs
19th Century Masonic Table with Leather Bible Compartment Flip Lid Compass Legs

19th Century Masonic Table with Leather Bible Compartment Flip Lid Compass Legs

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Rare and fabulous 19th century faux book with compass legs as the actual legs. Mustard paint on the legs with Gilt on the pages of the leather bound book.

Category

1860s American Folk Art Antique Compasses

Materials

Leather, Hardwood, Paint

Antique Map of Japan with Scale and Compass Rose, c.1730
Antique Map of Japan with Scale and Compass Rose, c.1730

Antique Map of Japan with Scale and Compass Rose, c.1730

Located in Langweer, NL

Attractive detailed map of Japan. With scale and compass rose. This map originates from 'Hedendaegsche historie, of tegenwoordige staet van alle volkeren (..)' by T.

Category

18th Century Antique Compasses

Materials

Paper

Antique Copper Brass Nautical Maritime Gimbal Compass Binnacle Ship Oil Lamp 14
Antique Copper Brass Nautical Maritime Gimbal Compass Binnacle Ship Oil Lamp 14

Antique Copper Brass Nautical Maritime Gimbal Compass Binnacle Ship Oil Lamp 14

By Maitland Smith

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique English nautical / maritime ship / Yacht / lifeboat binnacle gimbal compass with rare double oil lamps. Copper and brass body with double oil lamps for illumination.

Category

Early 20th Century British Colonial Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

George III Mahogany Tea Caddy with Conch Shell and Compass Rose Inlays
George III Mahogany Tea Caddy with Conch Shell and Compass Rose Inlays

George III Mahogany Tea Caddy with Conch Shell and Compass Rose Inlays

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

George III mahogany double chamber tea caddy raised on tapered block feet. The front is inlaid with a conch shell in an oval and the top with a six-pointed star with shaded arms radi...

Category

Late 18th Century George III Antique Compasses

Materials

Wood

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Compass Decorate and Polychrome Decorated Dome-Top Trinket Box Lancaster Pa
Compass Decorate and Polychrome Decorated Dome-Top Trinket Box Lancaster Pa

Compass Decorate and Polychrome Decorated Dome-Top Trinket Box Lancaster Pa

By Compass Decorator

Located in Allentown, PA

The Compass Artist of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania Polychrome Decorated Dome-Top Trinket Box Lancaster Pa. in blue red white details untouched original surface.

Category

Early 1800s American American Colonial Antique Compasses

Materials

Paint

Mariner Compass Quilt
Mariner Compass Quilt

Mariner Compass Quilt

Unavailable

H 78.75 in W 76.78 in D 0.2 in

Mariner Compass Quilt

Located in den Haag, NL

The turkish red of these Mariner Compasses is of a striking freshness on the white background .This is a beautiful antique quilt with a modern look.

Category

1860s American Antique Compasses

Yellow Gold and Enamel Compass
Yellow Gold and Enamel Compass

Yellow Gold and Enamel Compass

Unavailable

Dm 1.34 in

Yellow Gold and Enamel Compass

Located in London, GB

18k yellow gold and enamel compass

Category

Late 19th Century Swiss Victorian Antique Compasses

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18th Century Wrought Iron Compass
18th Century Wrought Iron Compass

18th Century Wrought Iron Compass

Unavailable

H 13.39 in W 6.3 in D 0.79 in

18th Century Wrought Iron Compass

Located in Paris, FR

Early 18th century compass that belonged to the Pellerin Collection, Paris.

Category

Early 18th Century French Folk Art Antique Compasses

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Ship Binnacle & Compass
Early 20th Century Ship Binnacle & Compass

Early 20th Century Ship Binnacle & Compass

Unavailable

H 58 in W 32 in D 20 in

Early 20th Century Ship Binnacle & Compass

By Henry Browne & Son Ltd Sestrel, Kelvin Bottomley & Baird 1

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

Small enamel dial on the front with large compass on top with brass covering. Dimensions: 58" H x 32" W x 20" D.

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Victorian 1870 Pocket Compass and Barometer
Victorian 1870 Pocket Compass and Barometer

Victorian 1870 Pocket Compass and Barometer

Unavailable

H 1.19 in Dm 1.97 in

Victorian 1870 Pocket Compass and Barometer

Located in Windsor, Berkshire

Victorian 1870 pocket compass and barometer, the compass is in working condition it’s “Carpenter and Westley” and it measures 5 by 5 and stands 3 cm high.

Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Victorian Gold Revolving Compass Fob Pendant
Victorian Gold Revolving Compass Fob Pendant

Victorian Gold Revolving Compass Fob Pendant

Located in London, GB

The Gold used is thick and heavy, with a generous Gold twist support and a broad locket frame holding the Rock Crystal enclosed compass and unusually for Victorian English Gold, full...

Category

1880s British Antique Compasses

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

A New Gradually Encreasing Compass-Map.
A New Gradually Encreasing Compass-Map.

A New Gradually Encreasing Compass-Map.

Located in Zeeland, Noord-Brabant

A New Gradually Encreasing Compass-Map of the Coming in of the Channel, or the Heads …' - A detailed chart of the part of the Channel / La Manche between Boulogne to Calais on the Fr...

Category

1690s Antique Compasses

Materials

Engraving

Dutch Brass Compass Pocket Dial, circa 1650
Dutch Brass Compass Pocket Dial, circa 1650

Dutch Brass Compass Pocket Dial, circa 1650

Unavailable

H 0.5 in Dm 1.5 in

Dutch Brass Compass Pocket Dial, circa 1650

Located in Houston, TX

This is a Dutch brass compass pocket dial with elevations of major European cities.

Category

Mid-17th Century Dutch Antique Compasses

Antique Table Top Nautical Display Binnacle Compass
Antique Table Top Nautical Display Binnacle Compass

Antique Table Top Nautical Display Binnacle Compass

Unavailable

H 20 in W 13.5 in D 14 in Dm 6.25 in

Antique Table Top Nautical Display Binnacle Compass

Located in Palm City, FL

The compass measures 8 3/8" in diameter overall and the card is 6" in diameter.

Category

19th Century Antique Compasses

Materials

Copper, Brass

Antique Masonic Enamel Gold Compass Charm Pendant
Antique Masonic Enamel Gold Compass Charm Pendant

Antique Masonic Enamel Gold Compass Charm Pendant

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This 14k yellow gold compass charm is very well made. It works & I don't think there is another one like it.

Category

Early 1900s Antique Compasses

Materials

14k Gold

9ct Gold Swivel Seal and Compass Birmingham 1899
9ct Gold Swivel Seal and Compass Birmingham 1899

9ct Gold Swivel Seal and Compass Birmingham 1899

Unavailable

H 3.5 in W 2.75 in D 0.75 in

9ct Gold Swivel Seal and Compass Birmingham 1899

Located in London, GB

9ct Gold Swivel Seal and Compass Birmingham 1899 This carnelian seal and working compass swivels perfectly.

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1890s English Victorian Antique Compasses

Materials

Carnelian, 9k Gold

Victorian antique compass pendant in 9 karats gold
Victorian antique compass pendant in 9 karats gold

Victorian antique compass pendant in 9 karats gold

Located in PARIS, FR

Victorian antique compass pendant in 9 karats gold. Lovely compass pendant with an arrow turning on the cardinal points to indicate North.

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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Compasses

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Drum or Round Table, Unusual with Compass Markings
Drum or Round Table, Unusual with Compass Markings

Drum or Round Table, Unusual with Compass Markings

Located in Stratford upon Avon, GB

Nautical Drum or round table, unusual with compass markings., late 19th or early 20 th century.

Category

Early 20th Century English Georgian Antique Compasses

Materials

Mahogany

Diptych Portable Maritime Sundial and Compass, circa 1780
Diptych Portable Maritime Sundial and Compass, circa 1780

Diptych Portable Maritime Sundial and Compass, circa 1780

Unavailable

H 3.15 in W 1.97 in D 0.6 in

Diptych Portable Maritime Sundial and Compass, circa 1780

Located in York, GB

Exquisite diptych portable maritime sundial and compass, circa 1780. Made from fruitwood and hand-painted paper.

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Late 18th Century Antique Compasses

Rare Antique Novelty Gold Jockey's Cap Compass, 1896
Rare Antique Novelty Gold Jockey's Cap Compass, 1896

Rare Antique Novelty Gold Jockey's Cap Compass, 1896

Located in Perth, AU

Rare novelty compass pendant in the form of a jockey's cap. This is set in 9ct gold.

Category

1890s British Aesthetic Movement Antique Compasses

Materials

9k Gold

19th Century Chinese Etched Painted Compass Sunburst Medallion
19th Century Chinese Etched Painted Compass Sunburst Medallion

19th Century Chinese Etched Painted Compass Sunburst Medallion

Located in Sarasota, FL

This is a functional gigantic hand etched compass from the 19th century with extraordinary figures and painted elements.

Category

1860s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Compasses

Materials

Copper

George V Silver Combination Opisometer, Vesta Case and Compass
George V Silver Combination Opisometer, Vesta Case and Compass

George V Silver Combination Opisometer, Vesta Case and Compass

By J. C. Vickery

Located in Sittingbourne, Kent

The hinged lid opening to reveal a silver gilt compartment for vestas. A compass set into one face with gold rim. Revolving brass measuring wheel to the base.

Category

1910s English Other Antique Compasses

Materials

Silver

Antique Nautical Twin Dolphin American Dry Card Compass Display
Antique Nautical Twin Dolphin American Dry Card Compass Display

Antique Nautical Twin Dolphin American Dry Card Compass Display

Unavailable

H 7 in W 27 in D 10 in Dm 8.25 in

Antique Nautical Twin Dolphin American Dry Card Compass Display

Located in Palm City, FL

Shown is an interesting antique compass made by the American instrument maker, D.

Category

19th Century American Antique Compasses

Early 20th Century Bronze Gimballed Compass by F.Smith & Sons
Early 20th Century Bronze Gimballed Compass by F.Smith & Sons

Early 20th Century Bronze Gimballed Compass by F.Smith & Sons

Located in Worcester, Worcestershire

Smith & Son, Southampton Diameter 25 cm / 10 in Composition Brass & glass Dial Silver Silvered Condition Good condition; appropriate wear, scratches, verdigris sp...

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Compasses

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Jamaican Regency Yucca Tray Table with Exotic Specimen Compass
19th Century Jamaican Regency Yucca Tray Table with Exotic Specimen Compass

19th Century Jamaican Regency Yucca Tray Table with Exotic Specimen Compass

Located in Charleston, SC

A solid 19th century Jamaican Regency yucca tray table with matching stand, circa 1840, featuring a tray top with compass shaped exotic wood specimen inlay and finely turned spooled ...

Category

19th Century Jamaican Regency Antique Compasses

Materials

Wood

Antique J.C. Ulmer Co. Survey Transit & Compass in Bergen & Sons Box
Antique J.C. Ulmer Co. Survey Transit & Compass in Bergen & Sons Box

Antique J.C. Ulmer Co. Survey Transit & Compass in Bergen & Sons Box

Located in Milan, OH

Ulmer & Co. Transit and Compass, beautifully encased in an authentic Bergen & Sons box.

Category

Early 1900s American Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Teak Compass Chair by Kai Kristiansen for SVA Møbler
Mid-Century Teak Compass Chair by Kai Kristiansen for SVA Møbler

Mid-Century Teak Compass Chair by Kai Kristiansen for SVA Møbler

By SVA Møbler, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Basel, CH

This desk or dining chair was designed by the Danish designer Kai Kristiansen during the 1950s and manufactured by SVA Møbler in Denmark. It features a solid teak frame with the orig...

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Mid-19th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Compasses

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Antique 15ct Gold Masonic Compasses Pendant Fob c1876 Rose 625 Purity Freemason
Antique 15ct Gold Masonic Compasses Pendant Fob c1876 Rose 625 Purity Freemason

Antique 15ct Gold Masonic Compasses Pendant Fob c1876 Rose 625 Purity Freemason

Located in Camelford, GB

On offer is this gorgeous 15CT SOLID GOLD RARE ANTIQUE FREEMASON PENDANT / FOB DETAILS Material: 15ct (625/000) Solid Rosey Yellow Gold Style: Victorian classic pendant featuring h...

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Compasses

Materials

Gold, 15k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique world map - Erdkugel and compass by Bellin - Handcol. engraving - 18th c
Antique world map - Erdkugel and compass by Bellin - Handcol. engraving - 18th c

Antique world map - Erdkugel and compass by Bellin - Handcol. engraving - 18th c

By Jacques-Nicolas Bellin

Located in Zeeland, Noord-Brabant

Subject: Antique print, titled: 'Versuch von einer kurzgefassen Karte welche die bekannten Theile der Erdkugel enthaelt …' - Detailed world map in Mercator projection showing the kno...

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1740s Old Masters Antique Compasses

Materials

Engraving

18th Century Forged Steel Masonic Compass – A Rare Tool of Master Builders and F
18th Century Forged Steel Masonic Compass – A Rare Tool of Master Builders and F

18th Century Forged Steel Masonic Compass – A Rare Tool of Master Builders and F

Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR

This extraordinary 18th-century forged steel compass is a striking piece of historical craftsmanship.

Category

Mid-18th Century French Antique Compasses

Materials

Iron

Figure Study For 'Science'
Figure Study For 'Science'

Figure Study For 'Science'

By John Singer Sargent

Located in New York, NY

The draped male figure holds a compass aloft in his right hand with which he measures the heavens; on the right side of the drawing is a detail of the hand and compass.The murals, co...

Category

1920s American Impressionist Antique Compasses

Materials

Paper, Charcoal, Graphite

A Porter's Direction Sundial Germany Early 19th Century
A Porter's Direction Sundial Germany Early 19th Century

A Porter's Direction Sundial Germany Early 19th Century

Located in Firenze, IT

The printed and pivoted compass card and chapter ring centred by brass gnomon, in turned rosewood case with domed lid, (glass cover), 5cm (2in) diam.

Category

Early 19th Century German Neoclassical Antique Compasses

Materials

Wood

A Brass Butterfield Type Dial French Early 18th Century
A Brass Butterfield Type Dial French Early 18th Century

A Brass Butterfield Type Dial French Early 18th Century

By Butterfield Paris

Located in Firenze, IT

., the octagonal dial with hinged gnomon and bird pointer, inset compass and engraved with hour scales, the reverse engraved with towns and their latitudes, 2¾in (7cm) long

Category

Early 18th Century French Napoleon III Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

A Brass Equinoctial Dial French 1780ca
A Brass Equinoctial Dial French 1780ca

A Brass Equinoctial Dial French 1780ca

Unavailable

H 4.73 in Dm 5.12 in

A Brass Equinoctial Dial French 1780ca

Located in Firenze, IT

With hinged gnomon, hour ring and latitude arc, silvered compass rose with two inset bubble levels, raised on three levelling screws, in velvet lined and shaped leather covered case,...

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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Highly impressive Empire Urania Mantel clock
Highly impressive Empire Urania Mantel clock

Highly impressive Empire Urania Mantel clock

Unavailable

H 33.47 in W 24.41 in D 11.03 in

Highly impressive Empire Urania Mantel clock

Located in HAARLEM, NL

Urania is surrounded by mathematic instruments, impressive celestial globe, compass and a drafting compass on top. The beautiful dial with blue stars nicely pierced hands indicating ...

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19th Century French Antique Compasses

Materials

Griotte Marble

Table sextant by Throughton & Simms
Table sextant by Throughton & Simms

Table sextant by Throughton & Simms

Unavailable

H 2.76 in W 5.71 in D 5.71 in

Table sextant by Throughton & Simms

By Troughton & Simms London

Located in BORDEAUX, FR

The sextant folded with a working level. Its compass and all articulated elements in perfect condition.

Category

1880s British Victorian Antique Compasses

Materials

Bronze

Large Silver Butterfield Dial French Early 18th Century
Large Silver Butterfield Dial French Early 18th Century

Large Silver Butterfield Dial French Early 18th Century

By Butterfield Paris

Located in Firenze, IT

Signed Butterfield, Paris, mid-18th century, the octagonal dial engraved with four hour scales and mounted with hinged gnomon with bird pointer, inset with magnetic compass with engr...

Category

Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Compasses

Materials

Silver

Terrestrial Table German Globe Late 19th Century
Terrestrial Table German Globe Late 19th Century

Terrestrial Table German Globe Late 19th Century

Located in Firenze, IT

On an ebonized base, together with a brass and compass 10in. (22cm.) high By Heymann

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1870s German Napoleon III Antique Compasses

Materials

Paper

David Beringer (1756-1821) Polyhedral Wooden Sundial
David Beringer (1756-1821) Polyhedral Wooden Sundial

David Beringer (1756-1821) Polyhedral Wooden Sundial

By David Beringer

Located in Firenze, IT

Mounted onto an adjustable collar with turned fruitwood column, onto a rectangular base with inset compass well. Two labels are on the base of the instrument.

Category

Late 18th Century German Neoclassical Antique Compasses

Materials

Wood

Victorian Masonic Mother of Pearl Charms
Victorian Masonic Mother of Pearl Charms

Victorian Masonic Mother of Pearl Charms

Located in London, GB

The charm pendant features 5 different motifs associated with Freemasonry including the shovel, all-seeing eye, compass, square and scales. They have all been crafted in gold and han...

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Mid-19th Century Antique Compasses

Materials

15k Gold

Silvertone Model VII Phonograph in Mahogany – 1920
Silvertone Model VII Phonograph in Mahogany – 1920

Silvertone Model VII Phonograph in Mahogany – 1920

Located in HÉRIC, FR

Featured in the 1920 annual catalog of the American company Silvertone, this phonograph features a drop-leaf door with various moldings mounted on compasses. The resonator box, decor...

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Early 20th Century American Antique Compasses

Materials

Mahogany

Silver Metal Butterfield Dial Germany, circa 1780
Silver Metal Butterfield Dial Germany, circa 1780

Silver Metal Butterfield Dial Germany, circa 1780

Located in Firenze, IT

Octagonal silver metal dial inset compass well, mounted with hinged gnomon with bird indicator.

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Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Antique Compasses

Materials

Silver, Brass

German Sundial 18th Century
German Sundial 18th Century

German Sundial 18th Century

Unavailable

H 2.21 in W 2.21 in D 0.48 in

German Sundial 18th Century

Located in Paris, FR

In shape of an octagon, with a compass. Brass.

Category

18th Century German Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Pair of French Gilt Bronze Candlesticks, Male & Female Musicians, 19th Century
Pair of French Gilt Bronze Candlesticks, Male & Female Musicians, 19th Century

Pair of French Gilt Bronze Candlesticks, Male & Female Musicians, 19th Century

Located in WILMINGTON, CA

Pair of French gilt bronze candlesticks, Male & Female Musicians, 19th century Charming Male & Female Musician Figures w/ Flute & Mandolin Respectively attired in Colonial style ...

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19th Century French Antique Compasses

Materials

Bronze

Antique Transformable Multioptic Device, circa 1940
Antique Transformable Multioptic Device, circa 1940

Antique Transformable Multioptic Device, circa 1940

Unavailable

H 4.34 in W 2.17 in D 2.17 in

Antique Transformable Multioptic Device, circa 1940

Located in Lugano, Ticino

Antique transformable multioptic device withe the complete manual (2 pages) the multioptic is transformable to Loup, grossing ice, solar framework, compass, visioner, long view, etc.

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Mid-19th Century European Antique Compasses

English Oak Refectory Table, Late 17th Century
English Oak Refectory Table, Late 17th Century

English Oak Refectory Table, Late 17th Century

Unavailable

H 29.5 in W 77.5 in D 34.25 in

English Oak Refectory Table, Late 17th Century

Located in Free Union, VA

Baluster legs support the apron of the table, the apron decorated with fine compass drawn incised carving. Beautiful quarter sawn figure to the boards of the top.

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Late 17th Century English Baroque Antique Compasses

Materials

Oak

Cubic Sundial, 18th Century
Cubic Sundial, 18th Century

Cubic Sundial, 18th Century

Unavailable

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Cubic Sundial, 18th Century

By David Beringer

Located in Paris, FR

With five gnomon on each face Wood and paper enhanced watercolors Base with a compass Signed: D BERINGER Nuremberg (D like David).  

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1750s European Antique Compasses

Materials

Wood, Paper

Octagonal Horizontal Sundial, 18th Century
Octagonal Horizontal Sundial, 18th Century

Octagonal Horizontal Sundial, 18th Century

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Octagonal Horizontal Sundial, 18th Century

By Butterfield Paris

Located in Paris, FR

Gnomon may be collapsible and is in the shape of bird It s made up of a compass too Signed Butterfield, Paris.

Category

18th Century French Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Rare and Unusual Austrian Spherical Commode on Stand
Rare and Unusual Austrian Spherical Commode on Stand

Rare and Unusual Austrian Spherical Commode on Stand

Located in Hudson, NY

Both cabinet and pedestal masterfully inlaid four times with compass start bursts and hairlines; crest inlaid with smaller compass star burst.

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Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Compasses

Materials

Bone, Birdseye Maple, Ebony, Pearwood, Walnut

Early 19th Century English Inclining Sundial by William Hawks Grice London
Early 19th Century English Inclining Sundial by William Hawks Grice London

Early 19th Century English Inclining Sundial by William Hawks Grice London

Located in Firenze, IT

The base frame consists of a circular brass plate containing a magnetic compass with degree scale engraved on a silvered plate.

Category

Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Compasses

Materials

Brass

Antique American Inlaid Rosewood Jewel Sewing Box
Antique American Inlaid Rosewood Jewel Sewing Box

Antique American Inlaid Rosewood Jewel Sewing Box

Unavailable

H 7 in W 13.25 in D 10 in

Antique American Inlaid Rosewood Jewel Sewing Box

Located in Hudson, NY

The interior fitted compartments with compass inlay. Note eagle on box. Great piece of Americana.

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1830s American Antique Compasses

Materials

Bone, Birdseye Maple, Rosewood, Satinwood

Regency Period Gentlman Painting
Regency Period Gentlman Painting

Regency Period Gentlman Painting

Unavailable

H 34.26 in W 27.96 in D 2.37 in

Regency Period Gentlman Painting

Located in Cheltenham, GB

The subject of the painting portrays a distinguished gentleman, possibly a surveyor, with a compass subtly placed in the background. The level of detail and skill in its execution is...

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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Compasses

Materials

Canvas

Children's Club Chair
Children's Club Chair

Children's Club Chair

Unavailable

H 25.2 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in

Children's Club Chair

Located in Tourcoing, FR

Adorable children's armchair of the 1950s Original by its dimensions (seat height 25cm), its wooden compass feet, its hull trimmed with brown leather look are in very good state of...

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1650s French Antique Compasses

Materials

Faux Leather

Desk Globe
Desk Globe

Desk Globe

Unavailable

H 16.93 in Dm 12.6 in

Desk Globe

By Carl Bauer

Located in Edenbridge, Kent

Supported on a solid wooden frame with a shaped turned baluster support having an inset compass. 17" (43cm) high.

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1810s German Antique Compasses

Important Steuben Glass 'Mariners' Bowl-Sidney Waugh, Dated 1937 & Signed
Important Steuben Glass 'Mariners' Bowl-Sidney Waugh, Dated 1937 & Signed

Important Steuben Glass 'Mariners' Bowl-Sidney Waugh, Dated 1937 & Signed

By Steuben Glass

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An eight pointed star occupies the bowl center of an etched celestial compass design with six radiating circles and sixteen triangular rays terminating at letters signifying sixteen ...

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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Antique Compasses

Materials

Crystal

Gilt Bronze Boy Allegory of Geography, French, 18th Century
Gilt Bronze Boy Allegory of Geography, French, 18th Century

Gilt Bronze Boy Allegory of Geography, French, 18th Century

Located in Miami Beach, FL

This charming depiction of a boy measuring the earth with a compass is an allegorical sculpture of geography.

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Late 18th Century French Baroque Antique Compasses

Materials

Marble, Bronze

English Refectory Table, 17th Century
English Refectory Table, 17th Century

English Refectory Table, 17th Century

Unavailable

H 29.5 in W 77.5 in D 34.25 in

English Refectory Table, 17th Century

Located in Charlottesville, VA

Baluster legs support the apron of the table, the apron decorated with compass drawn incised carving.

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Late 17th Century British Baroque Antique Compasses

Materials

Oak

Vintage Big and Massive "Sommerso" Grey Murano Glass Vase, Flavio Poli Style
Vintage Big and Massive "Sommerso" Grey Murano Glass Vase, Flavio Poli Style

Vintage Big and Massive "Sommerso" Grey Murano Glass Vase, Flavio Poli Style

By Flavio Poli

Located in Milan, IT

They are vases, ashtrays, paperweights characterized by the juxtaposition of vibrant colors in contrasting tones that generate a beautiful overall aspect: the original collection ear...

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1660s Italian Modern Antique Compasses

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass

Monumental Scottish Globe on Stand, circa 1924
Monumental Scottish Globe on Stand, circa 1924

Monumental Scottish Globe on Stand, circa 1924

By W. & A.K. Johnston

Located in New Oxford, PA

The diameter of the globe is 30" and sits in a fine mahogany stand with brass fitting and features a compass dial inset in the base. A striking and handsome addition to a library or ...

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1920s Scottish George IV Antique Compasses

Materials

Paper

A Regency Terrestrial Globe.
A Regency Terrestrial Globe.

A Regency Terrestrial Globe.

Unavailable

H 47 in Dm 27 in

A Regency Terrestrial Globe.

By John & William Cary

Located in New York, NY

Cary, on a mahogany ring-turned baluster support with downswept legs, on spade feet and with turned stretchers centering compass.

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19th Century English Antique Compasses

Materials

Wood

Important Russian silver paper knife, Edward VII as a child, English royalty
Important Russian silver paper knife, Edward VII as a child, English royalty

Important Russian silver paper knife, Edward VII as a child, English royalty

Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL

Rare and extremely important Russian silver paper knife, it was probably made as a presentation gift to someone in the royal family, either the British or the Russian, the knife was ...

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Late 19th Century Russian Victorian Antique Compasses

Materials

Silver

Austrian Centre Table
Austrian Centre Table

Austrian Centre Table

Unavailable

H 29.14 in Dm 34.26 in

Austrian Centre Table

Located in Sydney, NSW

C1810 Austrian Centre Table Octagonal Top Veneered In Burr Oak Mahogany Limewood Walnut And Ebony With Compass Star To Centre Banding To Sides And Skirt Supported On A 4-Sided Balust...

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19th Century Austrian Antique Compasses

Antique Victorian Opal Garnet Pearl Brooch in 15 Carat Gold with 25 Carat Opal
Antique Victorian Opal Garnet Pearl Brooch in 15 Carat Gold with 25 Carat Opal

Antique Victorian Opal Garnet Pearl Brooch in 15 Carat Gold with 25 Carat Opal

Located in Kendal, GB

The frame is fashioned in 15ct yellow gold and features wonderful, coiled rope metalwork at each compass point. It’s a striking statement piece and fitted with a new pin and safety c...

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19th Century European Victorian Antique Compasses

Materials

Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Gold

Nice Humoristic Painting from a Nobel Man as Scientist Symbolizing a Sun Dial

Nice Humoristic Painting from a Nobel Man as Scientist Symbolizing a Sun Dial

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

His big nose tells the time because of the shade of the sun. He also has a compass in his hand. This lovely painting is probably late 19th century, very unusual, circa 1890.

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19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Compasses

Materials

Canvas

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Manly P. Hall's The Secret Teachings, Facsimile Book Set with Prints
Manly P. Hall's The Secret Teachings, Facsimile Book Set with Prints

Manly P. Hall's The Secret Teachings, Facsimile Book Set with Prints

By TASCHEN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The classic encyclopedia of the arcane in an expanded edition. Renowned philosopher and lecturer Manly P. Hall’s masterful encyclopedia of ancient symbols, hidden rituals, and arcan...

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21st Century and Contemporary Antique Compasses

Materials

Foil

Rosso Glass Wall Mirror

Rosso Glass Wall Mirror

$2,900 / item

H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 1.97 in

Rosso Glass Wall Mirror

By Specchi Veneziani

Located in Milan, IT

Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...

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2010s Italian Renaissance Antique Compasses

Materials

Glass

The Illustrious World – Rare Dutch Heraldic and Historical Masterwork, 1700
The Illustrious World – Rare Dutch Heraldic and Historical Masterwork, 1700

The Illustrious World – Rare Dutch Heraldic and Historical Masterwork, 1700

$4,947Sale Price|20% Off

H 7.68 in W 5.12 in D 1.97 in

The Illustrious World – Rare Dutch Heraldic and Historical Masterwork, 1700

Located in Langweer, NL

De Doorluchtige Weereld – S. de Vries, François Halma, Amsterdam, 1700 Magnificent and complete three-volume set of De Doorluchtige Weereld (The Illustrious World), written by S. de...

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Early 18th Century Dutch Antique Compasses

Materials

Paper

Vintage Nautical Maritime 1920s-1940s Yacht Boat Sailboat Model 36"
Vintage Nautical Maritime 1920s-1940s Yacht Boat Sailboat Model 36"

Vintage Nautical Maritime 1920s-1940s Yacht Boat Sailboat Model 36"

Located in Dayton, OH

Large vintage sailboat model of a yacht from the 1920s-1940s era. Dimensions: 35.75" x 7" x 34.75" (W x D x H)

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1930s Antique Compasses

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet
Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet

Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet

Located in Houston, TX

Large-scale 19th century English display cabinet executed in the Chinoiserie tradition. Constructed in carved mahogany and conceived as a tripartite architectural façade, each glazed...

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19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Antique Compasses

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

1950s "Neptune" Tugboat, Classic Mid-century Japanese Postwar Toy, Masudaya
1950s "Neptune" Tugboat, Classic Mid-century Japanese Postwar Toy, Masudaya

1950s "Neptune" Tugboat, Classic Mid-century Japanese Postwar Toy, Masudaya

Located in Warrenton, OR

1950s "Neptune" Tugboat, a Classic Mid-century Japanese Postwar Toy from Masudaya Toy Company (export name Modern Toys). This item measures approximately 15 x 5.25 x 6.5 inches inclu...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Antique Compasses

Materials

Metal

Macbeth and the Three Witches a Painting on Panel by Francesco Zuccarelli
Macbeth and the Three Witches a Painting on Panel by Francesco Zuccarelli

Macbeth and the Three Witches a Painting on Panel by Francesco Zuccarelli

By Francesco Zuccarelli

Located in PARIS, FR

This painting, created during Zuccarelli's stay in England, represents the decisive moment when Macbeth, together with Banquo, meets the three witches who announce that he will be Ki...

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1760s Old Masters Antique Compasses

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Vintage Yashica Mat-124 Medium Format TLR Film Camera Japan 6"
Vintage Yashica Mat-124 Medium Format TLR Film Camera Japan 6"

Vintage Yashica Mat-124 Medium Format TLR Film Camera Japan 6"

$320Sale Price|20% Off

H 6 in W 4 in D 4 in

Vintage Yashica Mat-124 Medium Format TLR Film Camera Japan 6"

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage (circa 1968-1970) Yashica Mat-124 medium format twin lens reflex (TLR) film camera. Serial Number 8101490. Copal-SV shutter. Yashinon 1:5,3 f=80mm 836409 and Yashinon 1:2.8 f...

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1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Antique Compasses

Materials

Metal

C1930 Vintage & Unusual Form Upright Bass Benedikt Lang Germany
C1930 Vintage & Unusual Form Upright Bass Benedikt Lang Germany

C1930 Vintage & Unusual Form Upright Bass Benedikt Lang Germany

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Spectacular upright bass 4 string by Benedikt Lang c1930. Was told its an unusual form, and from my experience i believe that to be very true. Seems as tho its in fairly good conditi...

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1930s German Bohemian Antique Compasses

Materials

Fruitwood, Maple

Flemish 17th, Orpheus and Animals, Large Decorative Wall Old Master Painting
Flemish 17th, Orpheus and Animals, Large Decorative Wall Old Master Painting

Flemish 17th, Orpheus and Animals, Large Decorative Wall Old Master Painting

Located in Greven, DE

Flemish school, 17th century Orpheus and the animals Oil on canvas, 146,5 x 217 cm Provenance: South German private collection. On an impressive, room-filling format, this painting ...

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17th Century Baroque Antique Compasses

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique Harp C1920 Rudolph Wurlitzer Gilt W Birdeye Maple & Inlay Starke Model
Antique Harp C1920 Rudolph Wurlitzer Gilt W Birdeye Maple & Inlay Starke Model

Antique Harp C1920 Rudolph Wurlitzer Gilt W Birdeye Maple & Inlay Starke Model

By Wurlitzer

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous and in excellent antique condition with minimal wear. This Harp by the Rudolph Wurlitzer co. was well taken care of by its previous owners. C1920 with 45 strings and 7 peda...

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1920s American Biedermeier Antique Compasses

Materials

Gesso, Birdseye Maple, Maple, Giltwood

Maison Maire travel necessities Paris 1825-1830 ca
Maison Maire travel necessities Paris 1825-1830 ca

Maison Maire travel necessities Paris 1825-1830 ca

$8,336Sale Price|20% Off

H 3.55 in W 9.65 in D 6.7 in

Maison Maire travel necessities Paris 1825-1830 ca

By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting

Located in Milano, IT

Charles X-era travel nécessaire consisting of citronnier wood case, decorated with small polished steel studs and fitted with key, containing chiseled gold, turquoise (insets) and mo...

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1820s French Charles X Antique Compasses

Materials

Gold

Louis XVI Style Bunk Beds/Matching Pair of Single Beds Made by La Maison London
Louis XVI Style Bunk Beds/Matching Pair of Single Beds Made by La Maison London

Louis XVI Style Bunk Beds/Matching Pair of Single Beds Made by La Maison London

By La Maison London

Located in London, Park Royal

Louis XVI style bunk beds, exclusive to La Maison London: Hand carved featuring a band of intricate laurel leaves along the side bars and hand finished to order (picture shows a pale...

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2010s British Louis XVI Antique Compasses

Materials

Wood

Magnificent and large ormolu and hardstone Regency period ebonized wooden casket
Magnificent and large ormolu and hardstone Regency period ebonized wooden casket

Magnificent and large ormolu and hardstone Regency period ebonized wooden casket

Located in London, GB

Magnificent and large ormolu and hardstone mounted ebonized wooden casket English, 19th Century Height 41cm, width 72cm, depth 52cm Exceptionally fine and richly adorned, this beau...

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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Compasses

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Ormolu

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Antique Compasses For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique compasses is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and wood, all antique compasses available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of antique compasses available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Victorian, Folk Art and Georgian antique compasses are consistently popular styles. Many antique compasses are appealing in their simplicity, but Lawrence and Mayo, Ceebynite Short & Mason Taylor and E. Koehn Geneve Suisse produced popular antique compasses that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique Compasses?

Prices for antique compasses can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique compasses begin at $150 and can go as high as $65,000, while the average can fetch as much as $853.

Questions About Antique Compasses

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique compasses work with the use of magnets. Compasses use a magnetized needle that can rotate to line up with the Earth’s magnetic field, pointing towards the magnetic north. The basic concept of how compasses work has not changed over several centuries and magnetic compasses continue to work well today. Shop a variety of antique compasses on 1stDibs.