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Retro Nautical Compass

T. Cooke London Brass Prismatic Nautical Maritime Navigation Compass
By T. Cooke & Sons Ltd.
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage T. Cooke of London prismatic compass. Brass case with pierced sight line in the lid
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Mid-20th Century Retro Nautical Compass

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Brass

T. Cooke London Brass Prismatic Nautical Navigation Compass with Stand
By T. Cooke & Sons Ltd.
Located in Dayton, OH
. "A prismatic compass is a compact and portable instrument primarily used for nautical maritime
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Mid-20th Century Retro Nautical Compass

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Brass

Aluminum Ships Binnacle Compass
Located in Norwell, MA
Polished aluminum gimbaled lifeboat compass with carry handle and two sidelights. Nautical relic
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1970s Russian Retro Nautical Compass

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Aluminum

Retro Aluminum Ships Binnacle Compass
Aluminum Ships Binnacle Compass
H 10 in W 11 in D 11 in
Maitland Smith Brass Nautical Maritime Binnacle Ship Compass Gimbal Oil Lamp 14"
By Maitland Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Maitland Smith reclaimed brass nautical / maritime binnacle gimbal ship's compass with
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Late 20th Century British Colonial Retro Nautical Compass

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Brass

Gimballed Brass Boat Compass by Dirigo
Located in Norwell, MA
Gimballed brass boat compass by "Dirigo" of Seattle, Washington. With fleur-de-lis pointing north
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1970s American Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

Copper Lifeboat Compass, American, C. 1970's
Located in Nantucket, MA
An American, copper, liquid compass from a ship's lifeboat. It has a snap-shut lid to protect it
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Retro Nautical Compass

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Copper

Kelvin and Hughes Binnacle Compass with Oil Lights
By Kelvin & Hughes 1
Located in Nantucket, MA
A documented Kelvin and Hughes brass binnacle compass in working order. It sits in a teak case with
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Mid-20th Century English Industrial Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Chrome Binnacle Compass with Side Oil Lights
Located in Nantucket, MA
From a decommissioned lifeboat, a chrome binnacle compass in working order. It has two oil side
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Compass

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Brass, Chrome

Brass Compass on Stand by Cassens and Plath, English
Located in Nantucket, MA
A ship's brass English compass from a decommissioned lifeboat. This is made by Cassens and Plath
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Mid-20th Century English Industrial Retro Nautical Compass

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Brass

Vintage, Handheld Bearing Compass, English, Oak, Maritime, Navigation, Sestrel
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage hand-held bearing compass. An English, oak, marine navigation aid with Sestrel
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Mid-20th Century English Retro Nautical Compass

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Oak

Copper & Brass Ship's Binnacle with Compass & Lantern, circa 1940s-1950s
Located in New Orleans, LA
Copper & brass ship's binnacle with compass & lantern, circa 1940s-1950s.
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Mid-20th Century English Retro Nautical Compass

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Brass, Copper

Ships Cargo Spotlight on Tripod
Located in Norwell, MA
Tripod mounted marine spotlight. Fitted to a maritime compass pedestal, this large Yoke mounted
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1950s Retro Nautical Compass

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Brass

Retro Ships Cargo Spotlight on Tripod
Ships Cargo Spotlight on Tripod
H 75 in W 14 in D 22 in
Marine Compass in Box by Star Compass of Boston
Located in Norwell, MA
Solid brass boat compass fitted to a dovetailed wood box with rich varnished finish. Compass card
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1950s North American Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

Hermès 'Balade Oceane' 90cm Silk Twill Scarf by Julie Abade, 1999.
By Hermès
Located in Banner Elk, NC
carried by a swan chariot within a nautical compass shape flanked by a ship border. This particular scarf
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1990s French Retro Nautical Compass

Chiavari Brass Compass Chairs, 4x
Located in Hanover, MA
nautical ships compass motif in the style of Gio Ponti and Tomaso Buzzi. Seat cushions recently covered in
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

Chiavari Brass Compass Chairs, 4x
Chiavari Brass Compass Chairs, 4x
H 36 in W 16.25 in D 19 in
Brass Boat Compass in Varnished Wood Box
Located in Norwell, MA
Classic twentieth century boat compass by American maker Wilcox Crittenden of Middletown
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1950s North American Retro Nautical Compass

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Brass

Brass Boat Compass in Varnished Wood Box
Located in Norwell, MA
Classic early twentieth century boat compass. The gimballed compass has been meticulously polished
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1950s North American Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

Guildmaster Neoclassical Style Carved Giltwood Compass Rose Table
Located in Forney, TX
compass rose (windrose - nautical star) medallion, fleur-de-lis motif, rich gold gilt accents, above
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Retro Nautical Compass

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Wood, Paint

Hermes Paris Vintage Sterling Silver Nautical Charm Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Greenwich, CT
Nautical link bracelet. With an anchor, a compass, a sailboat, and a sea turtle pierced disc charm hanging
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1970s French Contemporary Retro Nautical Compass

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Fred Press Nautical Themed Glass Serving Tray
By Fred Press
Located in Nantucket, MA
Mid-Century modern Fred Press designed nautical themed, molded glass serving tray. The back with a
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Compass

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Glass

Vintage Backgammon Box Game Set in Large Briefcase with Nautical Theme 1980s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
aesthetics of both Hermes and Gucci, with a refined focus on a sophisticated nautical theme. The exterior of
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Late 20th Century French Retro Nautical Compass

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Fabric

Midcentury Maison Jansen Campaign Style Coffee Table
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
and inlay, the top is a reverse painted glass in black and gold with an English drawing of a compass
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Glass

Original Vintage Advertising Poster Tahiti New Caledonia Illustrated Route Map
By Hervé Baille
Located in London, GB
(1896-1974) depicting the ships sailing at sea with sailing boats, mythical nautical images, fish, an
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1950s French Retro Nautical Compass

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Paper

1950s Italian Brass Chiavari Armchair with Crossed Arrows Motif
By Chiavari, Gio Ponti, Tomaso Buzzi, Marc du Plantier
Located in Hanover, MA
representation of love in the form of Cupid's darts, a Native American symbol of friendship, also as a nautical
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Compass

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Brass

Original Vintage Advertising Poster Tahiti New Caledonia Illustrated Route Map
By Hervé Baille
Located in London, GB
(1896-1974) depicting the ships sailing at sea with sailing boats, mythical nautical images, fish, an
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1950s Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Paper

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Antique Map of Switzerland by N. Visscher, circa 1690
Located in Langweer, NL
Beautifully detailed map of Switzerland and surrounding regions in present-day France, Germany, and Italy. This map features two decorative cartouches: the larger is flanked by two p...
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Late 17th Century Retro Nautical Compass

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Paper

Six Foot Model of Cup Yacht Puritan
Located in Norwell, MA
Six foot model of the Boston built America's Cup yacht Puritan. Fine model with planked deck, skylights with brass bars, suit of sails, etc. Mounted on a mahogany baseboard. Overa...
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Early 2000s Retro Nautical Compass

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Wood

Antique "Le Jockey Club" 1930's Horse Racing Binoculars with Compass
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A French silvered brass and brown leather Horse Racing binoculars stamped "Le Jockey Club Paris" presented in their original brown leather case. Case. AS evident from the photos, t...
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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Compass

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Brass

Early Victorian Pierced Sterling Mustard Pot by John Angell and George Angell
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Fine English pierced sterling silver and white glass covered floral mustard pot, London, 1848 makers: John Angell and George Angell. The body is a pierced sterling floral design and ...
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Retro Nautical Compass

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Sterling Silver

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...
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Early 1800s Retro Nautical Compass

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Brass

Skylight Yacht Binnacle Compass
Skylight Yacht Binnacle Compass
H 36 in W 13 in D 13 in
Vintage Observation Binoculars by Toko, Japan, 20 X 120
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Japanese Ex-navy 20 x 120 binoculars. A large pair of Japanese ex-navy observation binoculars mounted on a vintage adjustable wooden tripod. The WWII marine binoculars with 3º incli...
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1940s Japanese Industrial Retro Nautical Compass

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Aluminum

American Maritime Copper and Brass Deep Sea Divers Helmet on Stand, NY C. 1930
Located in Hollywood, SC
American maritime copper and brass deep sea divers helmet with the original three glass cross hatched windows, latching bonnet, air line intake with hose, and exterior mounted rear v...
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1930s American American Craftsman Retro Nautical Compass

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Brass, Copper

Encounter at Lituya Bay: French Explorers Among the Tlingit, 1786
Located in Langweer, NL
The uploaded authentic engraving for sale portrays a scene of interaction between European explorers and indigenous peoples, identified by the caption as occurring at "Port des Franç...
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Late 18th Century Retro Nautical Compass

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Paper

Nikon's Photomic FTn 35mm SLR Camera Fitted with Nikkor-H 50mm Prime Lens F2.0
By Nikon
Located in High Wycombe, GB
Nikon's Photomic FTn 35mm SLR Camera Fitted with Nikkor-H 50mm Prime Lens F2.0 With Brown Ever Ready case Great build quality, heavy weight camera made in Japan. In good working co...
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1960s Japanese Machine Age Retro Nautical Compass

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Chrome

1942 US Navy Quartermasters Mark II Spyglass Military Maritime Ship Telescope
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Hayward Lumber & Inv Co of Los Angeles nautical maritime military ship spyglass / telescope / scope. Quartermaster, Mark II, 16 Power, Chemical & MFG Division. This telescop...
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1940s Retro Nautical Compass

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Metal

Antique Lord Kelvins Azimuth Mirror Nautical Navigation Prism Circle & Case
By Kelvin Bottomley & Baird 1
Located in Dayton, OH
Lord Kelvin's Azimuth Mirror and dovetailed wooden storage carrying case. Made by Kelvin, Bottomly & Baird Ltd for Marine Instruments Ltd. Circa 1910-30s. Made in Great Britain. An...
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Early 20th Century Retro Nautical Compass

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Metal

British Royal Navy Ship’s Binnacle Compass
Located in Norwell, MA
Solid brass ship’s compass on gimbal mounted into a brass binnacle housing. The nameplate reads pattern 0183, and serial number 14313-B. The compass card shows the royal crown. The b...
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1940s European Retro Nautical Compass

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Brass

Military Campaign Style Brown Hardwood Chest / TV Stand
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this charming Military campaign brown Mahogany chest/tv stand. This good looking, well made, and decorative piece is proudly presented with four...
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20th Century English Campaign Retro Nautical Compass

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Brass

Antique Inlaid Brass Side / Chess Table
Located in London, GB
A wonderful antique inlaid brass side / chess table. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1950’s. It is of lovey quality, the top is beautifully inlaid with a brass ch...
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1950s British Georgian Retro Nautical Compass

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Brass

Louis Xvi Style Carved Wood Paint and Parcel Gilt Barometer
Located in Nashville, TN
A pretty and highly decorative barometer of banjo form, marked ‘Palladio’ and Italy . Hand carved with leaves , ropes , fruit and flutes . The case probably having distressed fini...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XVI Retro Nautical Compass

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Wood

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. Ornate pedestal with wood base. Overall dimensions: Dimens...
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1880s Italian Retro Nautical Compass

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Brass

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E. Esdaile & Sons Sydney Nautical Brass Compass SS Rotterdam
Located in Waverveen, Utrecht
E. Esdaile & Sons Sydney Nautical Brass Compass made for Chief Engineer from SS Rotterdam
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1960s Australian Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

Aluminium Binnacle Compass
Located in Brest, FR
Japanese Binnacle Compass made by Nunotani Seiki Seisakusho Co. Ltd. Complete with its compensating
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1950s Japanese Retro Nautical Compass

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Aluminum

Retro Aluminium Binnacle Compass
Aluminium Binnacle Compass
H 12.6 in Dm 55.12 in
Boat Binnacle Compass
Located in Brest, FR
Japanese Compact Binnacle Compass made by Nunotani Seiki Seisakusho Co. Ltd. Complete with its
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1950s Japanese Retro Nautical Compass

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Aluminum, Copper

Boat Binnacle Compass
Boat Binnacle Compass
H 40 in Dm 28 in
Brass Osaka Works Binnacle with Cassens and Plath Brass Compass
Located in Milan, OH
Compass Factory continues to manufacture high-quality nautical equipment, and is still providing services
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1960s Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

Breezy Day
By Henry Scott
Located in Washington, DC
dating back over 300 years that included the first man to fit a compass within an iron ship. Specializing
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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Oil

Cassens & Plath Vintage Nautical Compass
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Cassens & Plath nautical compass mounted on stand. Stand is not original to this piece but
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Late 20th Century American Retro Nautical Compass

Cassens & Plath Vintage Nautical Compass
Cassens & Plath Vintage Nautical Compass
H 36.25 in W 19.25 in D 11 in
Nautical Compass Glass Flush Mount
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
A nautical clear or frosted glass compass flush mount.
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1950s American Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

1950'S DINING TABLE TOP W/ NAUTICAL THEME
Located in Miami, FL
inlayed wood with nautical compass theme.Great design!
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1950s Italian Retro Nautical Compass

Brass Nautical Lifeboat Compass on Gimbaled Stand, English, 1940s
Located in Nantucket, MA
A brass, gimbaled compass marked Sestrel, Barnking & London, on a custom made brass and teak stand
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Mid-20th Century English Industrial Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

Nautical Ship's Compass Course Heading Navigational Device for Helmsman
Located in Nantucket, MA
A teak and Bakelite compass course heading navigational devise used on the bridge of the ship. This
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Mid-20th Century Retro Nautical Compass

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Bakelite, Teak

Vintage Nautical Lamp Russian Brass Binnacle Compass Made in the 70s
Located in Milan, IT
Magnetic compass on universal joint mounted inside the binnacle of a brass and glass lifeboat
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1970s Russian Retro Nautical Compass

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Brass

Solid Brass Boat Binnacle Compass
Located in Norwell, MA
Polished brass boat binnacle with gimballed compass. Compass is polished aluminum. Weight is 8
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1950s Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

Solid Brass Boat Binnacle Compass
Solid Brass Boat Binnacle Compass
H 12 in W 12 in D 12 in
Brass Gimballed Boat Compass in Box
Located in Norwell, MA
Polished brass boat compass by Dirigo mounted into a varnished wood box with lid and polished
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1950s Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

Estate Binnacle Compass
Located in New Orleans, LA
Estate solid Brass Japanese Binnacle Compass.
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1950s Japanese Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

Solid Brass Boat Compass Binnacle
Located in Norwell, MA
Marine Compass by Borgen Nautik of Norway. Fitted to a polished and lacquered brass binnacle
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1960s North American Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

Solid Brass Boat Compass Binnacle
Solid Brass Boat Compass Binnacle
H 12 in W 11 in D 11 in
Japanese Ships Binnacle with Compass
Located in Norwell, MA
Ships binnacle with gimballed compass by Nunotani Keiki Seisakusho of Amagasaki Japan. Teak
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1960s Asian Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

Solid Brass Boat Binnacle Compass
Located in Norwell, MA
Polished brass ships compass binnacle by Sestrel of England. With original burner det into attached
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1960s English Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

WWII Brass Pocket Compass, England, 1942
Located in Nantucket, MA
A working brass pocket compass marked London, 1942 on the back. Nickel dial. With hinged glass
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Mid-20th Century English Industrial Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

Vintage AirGuide Black Marine Boat Compass Chicago
By AirGuide
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Compass Vintage AirGuide marine compass 6.25 h x 6 w x 4.75 diameter Preowned unrestored vintage
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Metal

Ship's Lifeboat Brass Compass on Custom Stand
Located in Nantucket, MA
These brass lifeboat compasses are often held in a closed box. I had this polished and designed a
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Mid-20th Century Industrial Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

Ship's Steel Compass Course Heading, 1980's
Located in Nantucket, MA
A compass course heading box used on the bridge of the ship to instruct the helmsman of the ship's
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Late 20th Century Industrial Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Steel

20th century French Nautical Objects Box
Located in LEGNY, FR
Small nautical wooden box dating from the 1950s composed of several brass objects, a compass, an
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1950s French Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

20th century French Nautical Objects Box
20th century French Nautical Objects Box
H 1.58 in W 6.7 in D 3.94 in
Midcentury Brass Binnacle Compass from a Ship's Lifeboat
Located in Nantucket, MA
From a ship's lifeboat (not your rubber raft variety), a brass binnacle compass complete with
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Mid-20th Century Industrial Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

Vintage Pocket Compass, English, Terrestrial, Marine, Navigation, Instrument
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage pocket transit compass. An English, brass terrestrial or marine navigation
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Mid-20th Century British Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

Vintage, Ships Compass, English, Steel, Maritime, Navigation, circa 1950
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage ship's compass. An English, steel, maritime navigation compass dating to the mid
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Mid-20th Century English Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Steel

Vintage Ships Bearing Plate, English, Maritime, Compass, Navigation, Ornament
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
compass face Folding Azimuth plate with sighting line for accurate readings Pair of sun-shades with two
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Mid-20th Century English Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Cased Compass, English, Copper, Bronze, Maritime, Navigation Instrument
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage cased compass. An English, copper and bronze maritime navigation instrument
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Mid-20th Century British Retro Nautical Compass

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Copper

Compass from the New York City Tugboat "Reliable II"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Salvaged from a New York City tug.
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1960s American Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Vintage Pocket Compass, English, Brass, Navigation Instrument, Late 20th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage pocket compass. An English, brass navigation instrument in the manner of Stanley
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Late 20th Century British Retro Nautical Compass

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Brass

Brass Ship's Cassens & Plath Compass, Converted to Side Table, English, 1970s
Located in Nantucket, MA
Original ship's brass compass by Cassens and Plath converted to a side table which was designed by
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Mid-20th Century English Industrial Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

1950s Japan Saura Hand-Held Magnetic Bakelite Compass Vintage Marine Navigation
Located in Milan, IT
Hand-held magnetic bakelite compass, signed Saura Japan made in the 1950s. The compass can be
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1950s Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Bakelite

US Navy Bureau of Ships No 5 Mark 2 Boat Compass John E Hand & Sons Co.
By United States Navy
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Compass US Navy bureau of ships boat compass No 5 compass John E Hand & Sons Company Attached
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Metal

1950s United States New York Kelvin & Willfrido Bronze & Iron Ship's Binnacle
Located in Marbella, ES
manufacturers details on frontal plaque reading: Kelvin & Wilfrid O. White Co. Nautical instruments
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Compass Map Flushmount
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1-2365b Compass flushmpunt Great for nautical decor
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1950s Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Glass

Compass Map Flushmount
Compass Map Flushmount
H 7 in Dm 15 in
Compass Map Flushmount
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1-2367 Compass map flushmount 3 internal lites Good for nautical decor
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1950s Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Glass

Compass Map Flushmount
Compass Map Flushmount
H 7 in Dm 15 in
Compass Map Flush Mount Two available
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#1-2031ab compass flushmount Great for nautical decor Priced individually
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1950s Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Glass

Brass Boat Compass in Varnished Wood Box
Located in Norwell, MA
3,52 (March 1952). The box has a sliding lid. This choice nautical relic is one of a group of compasses
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1950s North American Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

Tiffany Sterling Silver Nautical Charm Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Greenwich, CT
nautical charm bracelet. Hanging from a chucky nautical link bracelet, the compass, anchor, propeller
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1970s American Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Brass Nautical Anchor Form Candlesticks
Located in Stamford, CT
Unusual pair of candlesticks in the form of ships anchors with removable bobeches showing compass
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver and Enamel Compass Key Chain
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: 925 sterling silver and enamel compass in the ship's wheel on a key chain with
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Late 20th Century Retro Nautical Compass

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Frosted Glass Nautical Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture, 1960s
Located in Nantucket, MA
compass rose motifs. Chrome hardware.
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Glass

Nautical Shadowbox of the Ketch "Grace Darling" built by Capt George Bolt
Located in Nantucket, MA
Vintage Nautical Shadowbox of the Ketch "Grace Darling" built by Capt George Bolt in 1961, having a
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1960s American Folk Art Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Wood

LOUIS VUITTON c.1995 "Louis Vuitton Cup" Yacht Nautical Print Silk Scarf LTD ED
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Thiensville, WI
boarder. Central nautical motif with yachts, compasses, sails, and flags in shades of brown, gold
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1990s French Retro Nautical Compass

World map flushmount(other designs available)
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#1-2264 World map with compass directions. Great for nautical decor
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1950s Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Glass

World map flushmount(others available)
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#1-2422 Compass world map flushmount suitable for nautical decor Others available
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1950s Retro Nautical Compass

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Glass

Standing Italian Bar
Located in Hanover, MA
Gio Ponti employed this nautical motif in his designs around the time of the Andrea Doria
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1950s Italian Retro Nautical Compass

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Marble, Brass

Standing Italian Bar
Standing Italian Bar
H 42.5 in W 38.5 in D 20 in
Mario Ceroli La Rosa dei Venti Table in Pinewood with Inlays by Poltronova 1970s
By Poltronova, Mario Ceroli
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
can be found on a compass, map, nautical chart, or also a monument used to display the orientation of
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Pine

Copper and Brass Gimballed Nautical Compass, English
Located in Nantucket, MA
A midcentury copper and brass gimballed compass on a custom made a brass stand. A secondary compass
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Mid-20th Century English Industrial Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass, Copper

Midcentury Copper and Brass Gimballed Nautical Compass, English
Located in Nantucket, MA
A midcentury copper and brass gimballed compass on a custom made a brass stand. A secondary compass
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Mid-20th Century English Industrial Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass, Copper

Copper and Brass Ship's Nautical Compass on Stand
Located in Nantucket, MA
A Gille-Sestrel copper and brass compass from a decommissioned lifeboat. Mounted on a brass Y frame
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Mid-20th Century English Industrial Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass, Copper

Nautical Compass Ceiling Light
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1-5000a, a ships wheel and compass nautical glass semi flush mount. Two internal 60 watt Edison
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1950s Retro Nautical Compass

Nautical Compass Ceiling Flushmount
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1-5000b, a ships wheel and compass nautical glass semi flush mount. Two internal 60 watt Edison
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1950s Retro Nautical Compass

Compass Nautical Flush Mount
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1372 Nautical compass world map flush mount Takes 3 Edison based 60 watt bulbs Rewired
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1960s Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Glass

Compass Nautical Flush Mount #1
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1-3018 nautical compass world map flush mount. Take 3 Edison based 60 watt bulbs. Other colors
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1960s Retro Nautical Compass

Brass Nautical Lifeboat Compass on Gimbaled Stand, English, 1940s
Located in Nantucket, MA
A brass, gimbaled compass marked "Nautical" on a custom made brass and teak stand, mid-19th century
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Mid-20th Century English Industrial Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

1950's Italian Brass Chiavari Settee
Located in Hanover, MA
1950s Italian brass settee with nautical compass-back motif in style of Gio Ponti. Padded seat
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

Japanese Nautical Magnetic Compass Made of Black Bakelite in the 1950s by Saura
Located in Milan, IT
Vintage hand-held magnetic bakelite compass, signed Saura Japan made in the 1950s. The compass can
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1950s Japanese Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Bakelite

Solid Brass Japanese Boat Compass
Located in Norwell, MA
Brass boat compass with Japanese and English symbols for North, South, East and West. Compass is
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1960s Unknown Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

Brass Boxed Boat Compass by Polaris
By Polaris
Located in Norwell, MA
Highly polished gimballed brass boat compass by Polaris. Compass card is faded but legible. Alcohol
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1950s American Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

WWII Brass Pocket Compass, England, 1944
Located in Nantucket, MA
A brass World War II pocket compass marked London, 1944 on the back. Nickel rim with mother of
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Mid-20th Century English Industrial Retro Nautical Compass

Materials

Brass

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Retro Nautical Compass For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal retro nautical compass for your home. Frequently made of metal, brass and copper, every retro nautical compass was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect retro nautical compass — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A retro nautical compass made by Industrial designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. A well-made retro nautical compass has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by AirGuide are consistently popular.

How Much is a Retro Nautical Compass?

The average selling price for a retro nautical compass at 1stDibs is $704, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $2,950 for the highest priced.
Questions About Retro Nautical Compass
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A 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.