Compass And Sundial
19th Century, Compass and Sundial Together
Located in Miami, FL
19th century, compass and sundial together.
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19th Century Compass and Sundial Together
Located in Miami, FL
19th century compass and sundial together.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Baroque Scientific Instruments
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Wood
Antique Keuffel & Esser Co 141547 Surveyors Compass in Case w Wooden Tripod Base
By Keuffel and Esser Co. 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Keuffel & Esser Co 141547 Surveyors Compass in Case with Adjustable Wooden Tripod Base
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Early 20th Century Victorian Sundials
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H 10.5 in W 20 in D 6.25 in
Carved Italian Marble Sundial with Iron Gnomon
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-carved in Italy, this beautiful marble sundial has a turned iron gnomon that mirrors a thin
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sundials
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Marble, Iron
19th Century French Table Sundial And Compass
Located in Firenze, IT
covered by the seller (customs duties included).
Brass sundial with folding gnoman. Wood painted base
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Scientific Instruments
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Brass
18th Century Diptych Portable Sundial And Compass by German Beringer
By David Beringer
Located in Milan, IT
Antique 18th Century Diptych Sundial and Compass a portable wooden boxwood sundial with compass, of
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Antique Late 18th Century German Scientific Instruments
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Brass
Silver Brass Pocket Sundial Compass French, circa 1780
Located in Firenze, IT
scales, inset compass well, mounted with hinged gnomon with bird indicator, the base engraved with
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Antique Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Scientific Instruments
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Silver, Brass
Sundial and Compass with Case, Schrettegger, Johan, Augsburg, Germany, Ca 1800
Located in Madrid, ES
Sundial and compass with case. Bronze. SCHRETTEGGER, Johan. Augsburg, Germany, around 1800
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Antique Late 18th Century German Neoclassical Scientific Instruments
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Bronze, Other
H 2.76 in W 2.56 in D 0.79 in
Sundial with Compass and Case, Bronze, Bion, Nicholas, Paris, 18th Century
By Nicholas Bion
Located in Madrid, ES
Sundial with compass and case. Bronze. BION, Nicholas. Paris, 18th century.
Polygonal sundial
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Antique 18th Century French Neoclassical Scientific Instruments
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Bronze, Other
H 3.55 in W 2.96 in D 0.79 in
Compass with Pocket Sundial, with Case, Bronze, Butterfield, Michael '1635-1724'
Located in Madrid, ES
Compass with pocket sundial, with case. Bronze. BUTTERFIELD, Michael (1635-1724). Paris, circa 1700
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Antique Early 18th Century French Neoclassical Scientific Instruments
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Metal, Bronze, Other
H 2.96 in W 3.35 in D 0.79 in
Large 17th Century French Slate Octagonal Sundial
Located in Madrid, ES
A Large 17th century French Slate Octagonal Sundial
With wrought iron gnomon and profusely
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Antique Mid-17th Century Scientific Instruments
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Slate
David Beringer (1756-1821) Polyhedral Wooden Sundial
By David Beringer
Located in Firenze, IT
adjustable collar with turned fruitwood column, onto a rectangular base with inset compass well.
Two labels
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Antique Late 18th Century German Neoclassical Scientific Instruments
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Wood
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
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Antique Early 19th Century German Neoclassical Scientific Instruments
Materials
Wood
Mechanical Equatorial Sundial, Johann Michael Bergauer, Ante 1745
By Johann Michael Bergauer
Located in Milano, IT
Johann Michael Bergauer (Simonsfeld, 1676 - Innsbruck, 1745 circa)
Mechanical equatorial sundial
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Antique 1730s Austrian Baroque Scientific Instruments
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Time Traveler Heart in 18k Gold
By K. Brunini Jewels
Located in Solana Beach, CA
survive in lost seas. Melding sundials and compasses with Mad Max and Metallica, the collection is
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
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Gold, 18k Gold
Hand-Carved Time Traveler Pendant with Diamonds
By K. Brunini Jewels
Located in Solana Beach, CA
for what we believe in… to weather storms and survive in lost seas. Melding sundials and compasses
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
18k White Gold Time Traveler Symbol on Pearl with Diamonds Necklace
By K. Brunini Jewels
Located in Solana Beach, CA
believe in… to weather storms and survive in lost seas. Melding sundials and compasses with Mad Max and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
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Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold
Silver Maori Symbol Pendant
By K. Brunini Jewels
Located in Solana Beach, CA
for what we believe in… to weather storms and survive in lost seas. Melding sundials and compasses
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
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Sterling Silver
Diamond Time Traveler Heart in Silver
By K. Brunini Jewels
Located in Solana Beach, CA
. Melding sundials and compasses with Mad Max and Metallica, the collection is designed for the hunter and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
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Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
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Octagonal Horizontal Sundial, 18th Century
By Butterfield Paris
Located in Paris, FR
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Antique 18th Century French Nautical Objects
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19th Century Baroque Style Pocket Compass and Sundial
Located in Essex, MA
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17TH C FRENCH SILVER POCKET SUNDIAL COMPASS
Located in Essex, MA
A late 17th century French silver pocket sundial, engraved "Butterfield a Paris", by Michael
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Sundials
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Located in Firenze, IT
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By Mappin Brothers
Located in New York, NY
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Splendid Gustavian Brass Compass with Sundial, Late 18th Century Sweden. By Swedish 18th century
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Located in Milan, IT
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By Pierre de Baillou
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Compass And Sundial For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal compass and sundial for your home. Frequently made of metal, brass and glass, every compass and sundial was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect compass and sundial — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A compass and sundial is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Baroque, Mid-Century Modern and Regency styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one compass and sundial that is appealing in its simplicity, but Butterfield Paris and Jacques Linedal produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Compass And Sundial?
A compass and sundial can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,800, while the lowest priced sells for $721 and the highest can go for as much as $6,969.
Questions About Compass And Sundial
- How accurate is a sundial?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
When properly calibrated, a high-quality sundial can be accurate to within a minute.
- 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.
- What is a nautical compass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A nautical compass is a compass made up of parallel or bundled needles that are permanently connected to the card and used to display directions (north, east, south, and west) as well as their immediate points. Compared to an electronic device equipped with GPS, a compass is inexpensive, has a low risk of malfunctioning and is a lightweight instrument. Compasses were once indispensable for sailors navigating the high seas. Find a collection of antique and vintage nautical compasses on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To make your very own armillary sundial, first, take two hoops and mark 90 degrees apart on each hoop. Then, glue the two hoops together at the marked points. Lock in a straight piece of wood between the two, set your device at 45 degrees and voila! Or, save the hassle and shop a selection of collectable armillary sundials on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To use an armillary sundial, first place the sundial on the base without securing it. Then use a compass to find true north, and point the gnomon in that direction. Shop a collection of armillary sundials from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- What is a marine compass called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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, 2022To use a compass while on the ocean, hold the compass in front of you. One end of the needle will point toward north, and the other will face south. Determine where you are by examining the markings on the dial. You can then use a deviation card to chart your course. On 1stDibs, find a selection of compasses.
- How do antique compasses work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Antique 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.
- What is a sea compass called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sea compass is known as a gyroscopic compass or gyrocompass. A gyroscopic compass is favored for ships because it’s a non-magnetic compass based on the rotation of the earth to dictate direction, unaffected by the ship’s steel hull. Shop a collection of vintage compasses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A binnacle is the housing space for a ship’s compass. It’s designed to counter the magnetic deviation that might be caused by the fact that a ship is made of iron. To be effective, binnacles needed to be made of non-ferrous materials, meaning they could not contain any iron. Find a collection of vintage and modern binnacles on 1stDibs.
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