Compass With Sundial
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
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Other
H 2.96 in W 3.35 in D 0.79 in
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
Category
Antique Late 18th Century German Neoclassical Scientific Instruments
Materials
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
Category
Antique 18th Century French Neoclassical Scientific Instruments
Materials
Bronze, Other
H 3.55 in W 2.96 in D 0.79 in
Antique 18th Century Diptych Portable Sundial And Compass by Beringer
By David Beringer
Located in Bilzen, BE
Antique 18th Century Diptych Sundial and Compass a portable wooden sundial with compass, of German
Category
Antique Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Scientific Instruments
Materials
Metal
18th Century Diptych Portable Sundial And Compass by German Beringer
By David Beringer
Located in Milano, MI
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
Materials
Brass
Rare Silver Pocket Sundial and Compass by Michael Butterfield, Paris, circa 1700
By Butterfield Paris
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A beautiful, rare solid silver Anglo-French octagonal pocket sundial with compass by Michael
Category
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Silver
H 1.07 in W 2.29 in D 2.56 in
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
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Materials
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
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Silver Time Traveler Pendant
By K. Brunini Jewels
Located in Solana Beach, CA
… to weather storms and survive in lost seas. Melding sundials and compasses with Mad Max and Metallica
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Materials
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
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
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Splendid Gustavian Brass Compass with Sundial, Late 18th Century Sweden
Located in Knivsta, SE
Splendid Gustavian Brass Compass with Sundial, Late 18th Century Sweden. By Swedish 18th century
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass, Iron
Continental Wood Pocket Sundial and Compass 1780ca
Located in Firenze, IT
A carved Continental wood pocket sundial and compass, with precision carved numbers and a small
Category
Antique 1780s German Neoclassical Musical Instruments
Materials
Wood
18th Century Gilt Brass and Silver Pocket or Miniature Sundial Compass with Case
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A Fine 18th century gilt brass and silver pocket sundial with Travelling case, c. 1750.
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Category
Antique 18th Century Scientific Instruments
Materials
Silver, Brass
H 1.97 in W 1.97 in D 0.48 in
Rare and Fine Terrestrial Table-Globe by Johann Gabriel Doppelmayr '1671-1750'
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Days and days of the Zodiac and wind directions. On the circular base of the stand is fitted a compass
Category
Antique 1720s German Maps
Materials
Other
H 17.72 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Gustavian Compass with Sundial in Brass, Late 18th/Early 19th Century Sweden
Located in Knivsta, SE
Gustavian Compass with Sundial in Brass and Iron, Late 18th Century Sweden, Stylized Floral
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Nautical Objects
Materials
Brass, Iron
18th Century Diptych Portable Sundial And Compass by German Kleininger
Located in Milano, MI
Antique 18th Century Diptych Sundial and Compass a portable wooden boxwood sundial with compass, of
Category
Antique Late 18th Century German Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
Fine Brass Pocket Sundial and Compass by Michael Butterfield Paris, circa 1700
By Butterfield Paris
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A fine brass Anglo-French octagonal pocket sundial with compass by Michael Butterfield, circa 1700
Category
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Materials
Brass
H 2.56 in W 2.29 in D 0.32 in
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19th Century German Miniature Pocket Terrestrial Globe
By C. Abel-Klinger
Located in Essex, MA
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Germany, 14th century
46 x 83 x 13 cm
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19th Century Compass and Sundial Together
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19th century compass and sundial together.
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An ivory diptical sundial, Italy XVII century.
Located in Milan, IT
An ivory portable diptych sundial. Italy circa 1600. (SHIP TO EU ONLY)
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By Herman Moll
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Pocket globe
London, between 1775 and 1798
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A Wooden Diptical Sundial Germany 1810's
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Pocket Globe by Nathaniel Hill, London 1754
Located in Milano, IT
Nathaniel Hill
Pocket globe
London, 1754
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H 34.65 in W 39.57 in D 21.26 in
19th Century, Compass and Sundial Together
Located in Miami, FL
19th century, compass and sundial together.
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Compass With Sundial For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the compass with sundial you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, brass and glass, every compass with sundial was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a compass with sundial, we have 15 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer compass with sundial, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A compass with sundial, designed in the neoclassical, Louis XVI or Baroque style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one compass with sundial that is appealing in its simplicity, but David Beringer, Butterfield Paris and Johann Michael Bergauer produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Compass With Sundial?
Prices for a compass with sundial can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,124 and can go as high as $17,015, while the average can fetch as much as $2,869.
Questions About Compass With 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.