Mariners Compass
Mariners Compass Crib Quilt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mariners Compass Crib Quilt. (Circa 1938) This Quilt is Very Finely Executed w/ Floating Stars on
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20Thc Mariners Compass Crib Quilt-Mounted
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing Mariners compass mounted crib quilt was found in Ohio and is in pristine condition.The
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Mariner's Compass Quilt with Swag and Bow Border
Located in Darnestown, MD
Elegant version of the always desirable Mariner's Compass quilt pattern. It is an extremely
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Antique 19th Century American Quilts
Materials
Cotton
Lindstrom's Gold Star Marble Game Board, Dated 1934
By Lindstrom Tool & Toy Company 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This mariner compass marble game board is in amazing condition and is all completely original. It
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Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Game Boards
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"Mariner's Bowl", Rare Art Deco Masterpiece w/ Neptune by Waugh for Steuben
By Steuben Glass, Sidney Waugh
Located in Philadelphia, PA
mythology and exotic lands. The central compass points toward a reclining Neptune figure on the upper or
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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
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Vintage 1910s Nautical Objects
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Copper
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
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Antique Early 1900s Nautical Objects
Materials
Copper
Late 19th Century French Novelty ‘Quarterdeck’ Mantel Clock by Guilmet, Paris
By Andre Romain Guilmet
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
binnacle compass before a figure cast as a sailor at the helm rocking from side-to-side with the motion of
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H 11.5 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Double Sailor's Valentine of Sea Shells and Motto "Ever Thine"
Located in Downingtown, PA
valentine in the collection of the Mariners Museum.
A sailor's valentine is a form of shellcraft, a type of
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Sailor's Valentine with Heart Design, Barbados, West Indies- Large Size
Located in Downingtown, PA
sayings that we use on Valentine's Day. The shape is thought to come from old compass cases carried aboard
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Rare Antique English SeaChart of Bali, Lombok, Floris, Borneo, Celebes etc, 1711
Located in Langweer, NL
Celebes in the northeast. The chart includes extensive soundings, rhumblines and a compass rose
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Paper
H 19.1 in W 22.84 in D 0 in
Map of the World: An Original 18th Century Hand-colored Map by E. Bowen
Located in Alamo, CA
purity of knowledge at the time this map was published.
The map is embellished with four Compass Roses
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Materials
Engraving
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Located in Darnestown, MD
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Located in York County, PA
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Located in Norwell, MA
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Ships Compass from Robert Merrill of New York
Located in Norwell, MA
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Overall Dimensions: 5" H x 6" W x 6
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Ships Compass from Robert Merrill of New York
Located in Norwell, MA
has original lacquer. Great old mariners’ compass.
Weight: 3 lbs
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Mariners Compass For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic mariners compass available at 1stDibs. A mariners compass — often made from metal, cotton and fabric — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a mariners compass — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A mariners compass is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, folk art and Victorian styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one mariners compass that is appealing in its simplicity, but Andre Romain Guilmet, E.S. Ritchie & Co and Lindstrom Tool & Toy Company produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Mariners Compass?
Prices for a mariners compass can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $895 and can go as high as $30,660, while the average can fetch as much as $3,484.
Questions About Mariners Compass
- 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.
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