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Antique Vineyard Setter's Compass, French, Brass, Surveyor's Instrument, C.1900

$2,254.83
£1,645
€1,960.73
CA$3,081.05
A$3,473.38
CHF 1,841
MX$42,821.64
NOK 22,379.65
SEK 21,510.41
DKK 14,623.70
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This is an antique vineyard setter's compass. A French, brass surveyor's instrument with mahogany case and stand, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Measure out your plot with this delightful antique surveyor's compass Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order Brass case shows appealing golden tones, with an attractive polished finish Set within a quality mahogany case, dressed with a brass handle and rotating clasps Dashing cylindrical form with a large compass dial set within the top surface Vernier adjustment dials to the trailing edge, with a sliding needle lock to one side Compass winds in French - Nord, Est, Sud and Ouest and the intercardinal points NE, SE, SO and NO Blue magnetic point with a silvered setting hand, and degree marks to the circumference Barrel engraved with the maker's mark 'H. Morin, 11 Rue Dulong, Paris' Mounts upon a turned support with wide circular base Maker's engraving to case lid and label situated within the lid reverse The stand base dressed with a protective baize in bright emerald green This is a superb antique vineyard setter's compass, with a quality finish and charming French annotations to the large dial. A treat for the desktop or field use. Delivered polished and ready to enjoy. Dimensions: Case width: 20.5cm (8'') Case depth: 10.5cm (4.25'') Case height: 10.5cm (4.25'') Compass width: 8cm (3.25'') Compass depth: 8cm (3.25'') Compass height: 18cm (7'') Compass on stand width: 12.5cm (5'') Compass on stand depth: 12.5cm (5'') Compass on stand height: 26cm (10.25'').
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.14 in (10.5 cm)Width: 8.08 in (20.5 cm)Depth: 4.14 in (10.5 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.86311stDibs: LU2645330183912

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