Antique Brass Magnetic Compass Magnapole made for American army officers in 1915
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Antique Brass Magnetic Compass Magnapole made for American army officers in 1915
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 0.79 in (2 cm)Diameter: 2.09 in (5.3 cm)
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- Place of Origin:
- Period:1910-1919
- Date of Manufacture:1915
- Condition:spots on the wind compass card.
- Seller Location:Milan, IT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1020222959492
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