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Antique English WW1 Military Issued Compass - 1917

About the Item

A good nickel plated WW1 British Officers Military Pocket Compass engraved on the lid with the war office crow's foot mark and dated 1917 The hunter cased pocket compass has an attractive dial. Excellent working order measuring 1 7/8" in diameter x 2 1/2" (including ring) x 1/2". Item: 44572 FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Width: 1.88 in (4.78 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1910-1919
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1917
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bath, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 445721stDibs: LU3365344377042

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