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Vintage Travelling Cartographer's Compass Set, English, Drawing Instruments
About the Item
This is a vintage travelling cartographer's compass set. An English, brass drawing instrument case, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930.
Useful travelling instruments
Displaying a desirable aged patina
Brass instruments in good order with pleasing weathering
Pair of compass with spare graphite drawing tips
Presented within a quality leather covered case
Lined with dark colored baize and a flash of cobalt blue fabric to lid interior
This is a charming vintage cartographer's compass set, with quality instruments and a presentation case that makes it ideal for desk display. Delivered polished and ready for the study or use in the field.
Dimensions:
Max width 14cm (5.5")
Max depth 7cm (2.75")
Max height 2cm (.75").
- Dimensions:Height: 0.79 in (2 cm)Width: 5.52 in (14 cm)Depth: 2.76 in (7 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1930
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good vintage condition.
- Seller Location:Hele, Devon, GB
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