Navigation Instrument

At the time of its introduction, it was the only instrument that was internally programmed, i.e. “hard wired“, to solve all major navigation solutions.

The compass within the binnacle was manufactured by Henry Browne and Sons, a prestigious and respected maker of compasses and other navigational instruments. This binnacle is a true ...

Winged putti holding navigational instruments surround the title cartouche.

On the reverse side, the screen honors Portugal's Age of Discovery with maritime motifs, including majestic caravels sailing the ocean, the cross of the Order of Christ that adorned ...

An English, brass terrestrial or maritime navigation instrument, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950.

An English, brass maritime navigation instrument, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930.

An English, brass terrestrial or marine navigation instrument, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950.

An English, copper and bronze maritime navigation instrument, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1940.

Brass telescope with round section, with three extensions focusing and handle covered in leather, complete with sunshade extension, cap and dust flap. Maximum length 47.5 cm-inches...

This is a vintage pocket compass. An English, brass navigation instrument in the manner of Stanley of London, dating to the late 20th century.

They moved to New York City in 1864 and formed their own navigation instrument company, "TS & JD Negus", in 1869.

1930s Brass sextant signed Husun Trade Mark and made by H. Hughes & Son Ltd, a company active for about 250 years and specialized in the production of nautical instruments; instrumen...

This is an antique pocket explorer's compass. An English, mahogany cased instrument, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. Wonderful pocket compass with charming details Di...

Brass sextant signed Ainsley South Shields (1858-1886) complete with original wood case and lenses. Silver vernier, wood handle, 3 colored glasses for the fixed mirror and 4 for th...

Brass survey compass made in 1920 circa, signed The Magnapole; small compass used away from magnetic fields to check the ship’s course. The compass is complete with a goniometric cir...

Brass sextant signed Georg Hechelmann Nachf Hamburg from the late 19th century, original wooden box with locking hooks, handles, brass hinges and key set. Flap and vernier in silver,...

Brass nautical travel compass complete with leather case signed Barnes & Morris London n.13844 from 1917. It is a small compass used away from magnetic fields to check the ship's c...

1930s Brass sextant signed Husun Trade Mark and made by H. Hughes & Son Ltd, a company active for about 250 years and specialized in the production of nautical instruments; instrumen...

Brass telescope with round section, with three extensions focusing and handle covered in leather, complete with sunshade extension and dust flap. Maximum length 80 cm-inches 31.5, mi...

These types of cases were typically fitted for medical or navigational instruments. This case has been relined as a jewelry box.

This is a small antique 6-draw pocket telescope, an English hiking or navigational instrument by Baker of London, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860.

This is a mahogany cased antique protractor, a 360 degree scientific instrument possibly for surveying or navigational purposes.

Antique English late 18th/early 19th century octant (Navigational Instrument) made by "Greenbough & Co." of London, England and later retailed by "Eugene F.

The historical compass binnacle ‘Sestrel’ is a magnificent example of a nautical navigation instrument for sailing yachts and boats.

English apothecary cabinet dated to the first half of the nineteenth century, with mahogany case, brass handle and brass hinges, complete with key. The cabinet has a rectangular ba...

This is a vintage 3-in-1 map measure. A West German, cast metal and glass navigational tool, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960. Charming pocket tool for the amateur naviga...

The magnetic compass was mounted in this binnacle that protect it and also other navigational instruments of a ship.

An English, brass scientific instrument to aid navigation, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

This is a vintage 2-in-1 pendant map measure. A West German, cast metal and glass navigational tool, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960. Fascinating pendant style map measu...

All which indicate that they were a major force in navigation instruments. A sextant made by this firm resides at Greenwich.

Cannon, an important manufacturer of sextants and navigational instruments, active around the mid-nineteenth century, located on Shadwell Street in London.

This would have been used aboard ships for precision timekeeping and navigation Dial & Features The white enamel dial is clean and crisp, marked: LONGINES at 12 o’clock “Chronometer”...

Authentic Models replicas theme from nautical and aviation right through to navigational instruments and classic cars, celebrating the world’s adventurous past to envision the future...

The mirrors are between the plates, like the pinhole for observation by reflection of the image projected on the mirror. It is a instrument used for calculating angles in coastal nav...

navigation instrument star globe (marine navigation instrument) Manufacturer H.HUGUES AND SONS Origin London England Circa 1920 Materials wood and bronze sealed the hugues star ...

Prismatic bearing bush in brass; it is a small compass, signed Aitchison London N. 27 D and produced in 1918 and supplied to English officers. It can also be held in the hand and t...

Prismatic bearing bush in brass; it is a small compass, signed F-L (French Limited) N. 83002 produced in 1917, Verner’s Pattern model named after the designer, Colonel William Willou...

Brass and glass compass on universal joint from the end of the 19th century. Mounted on custom wood board. The compass consists of a cylindrical brass container, called a mortar, wit...

Small brass nautical pocket compass complete with cover and ring for the chain. Rose with eight winds complete with protractor circle for calculating horizontal angles. English man...

Dry little compass placed in its original turned brass box with a protection glass. English manufacture of the second half of XIX century. Compass card printed by engraving on copper...

Liquid nautical compass on cardan joint signed DIRIGO Seattle Wash from the early 1930s, eight-wind rose complete with protractor circle mounted on a wooden board and made-to-measure...

Liquid antique nautical compass on universal joint signed DIRIGO Eugen M. Sherman Seattle USA from the 1920s, in its original oak wood box with brass hinges. Eight wind rose complete...

Nautical clock, brass, with spring-wound, signed Smith Empire, 1930’s. Measure: Diameter cm 17 - inches 6.69, width cm 7.5 - inches 2,95. Fully functional expert laboratory review....

Dry compass placed in its original wooden box with slot lid. Signed C.E.H. from the mid of the 19th century. The compass consists of a brass and glass vessel on the bottom of which a...

This French equinoctial compass sundial is not only a functional navigation instrument but also a piece of history and a fascinating collectible.

This is a vintage draughtsman's instrument set. An English, brass drawing or navigation tool compendium by Henry Hughes & Son, dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1940.

Very rare vintage brass pocket nautical compass mounted inside a clock case with a ring to hang it to a chain; compass card with eight winds with goniometric circle, signed Negretti ...

Very cool, and become quite rare as navigational instruments become more digitalized.

This is a vintage box compass. An English, oak and brass gimbal maritime navigation aid, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930. Displays a desirable aged patina Compass gl...

This is a vintage military compass. An American, aluminium and glass navigation aid by Keuffel & Esser, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930. Fascinating example of the 5600...

While actually a navigational instrument measuring wind speed and direction, in their decommissioned state these aerovanes and anemometers become unusual and kinetic sculptural artif...

Seventeen authorities have written on their specialties, including steamships, barges, Mississippi river craft, charts and maps, navigational instruments, figureheads, decorative rop...

Cannon, an important manufacturer of sextants and navigational instruments, active around the mid-nineteenth century, located on Shadwell Street in London.

This lavish American tester bed exhibits superior craftsmanship and detail. The design is embellished with elaborate carvings on the headboard and sides. The stunning wood grain enha...

French Louis XVI (18th Century) barometer with original scientific illustrations and mercury vial framed with gilt foliate carvings & ebonized trim and a perched eagle pediment.

Naval range finder made by Waymouth-Cooke of London. These were based on the principals of a sextant range finder. They were patented in 1914. The Mark II like this one came out in 1...

A George III style carved giltwood mirror After a design by Thomas Johnson Of grandiose proportions, the central oval glass plate built up in a concentric arrangement of mercury ...

Pair of antique English naval cannon each with a tapering three stage barrel flanked by plain trunnions, with a knob shaped cascabel button before a shaped rectangular raised vent an...

An elegant and extremely decorative French 18th century Louis XVI period giltwood barometer thermometer. The most decorative barometer thermometer retains its original glass pane enc...

Dating to circa 1875, this giltwood barometer and cartel set were hand-carved in France in the style of Louis XVI. The pieces are identically carved, with the highlight being a stunn...

Of typical form‚ the giltwood body centered by a circular barometer dial flanked by pillars ending in flame‚ above a thermometer flanked by foliate branches‚ surmounted by swags.

19th Century French giltwood barometer with working thermometer. Well executed carvings of scrolls, swags and bounty all finished in gold gilding. Great example of a classic French b...

Lovely period French Louis XVI giltwood barometer with beautiful patina. This antique French Louis XVI gilt wood barometer will add a touch of elegance to any home.

A stunningly beautiful 18th century French gold gilt barometer is a weather instrument with mercury-filled glass thermometer still in working order. Wonderfully ornate, carved gilded...

Vernier Nautical Sextant, G.W. Butters, London. A fine curved frame vernier sextant, the polished silver arc signed G.W. Butters, London. Engraved scale marked from 0 to 120 ...