Vintage Pocket Compass, English, Terrestrial, Marine, Navigation, Instrument
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Vintage Pocket Compass, English, Terrestrial, Marine, Navigation, Instrument
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 1.97 in (5 cm)Width: 2.96 in (7.5 cm)Depth: 3.55 in (9 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1950
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good vintage condition.
- Seller Location:Hele, Devon, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 18.73461stDibs: LU2645323337792
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