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19th Century Ships Compass From Amsterdam

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£838.03
€966.28
CA$1,539.43
A$1,720.05
CHF 899.78
MX$21,093.38
NOK 11,497.47
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DKK 7,211.90
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About the Item

Antique ships compass with interesting Dutch lettering. Spun brass bowl with gimbal. Fitted to a primitive dovetailed box. Circa 1880. With compass card from L.J. Harri, Amsterdam.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6 in (15.24 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Norwell, MA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 67651stDibs: LU1741229709682

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