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Antique Miniature Specimen Marble or Hard Stone Compass

$1,850
£1,420.72
€1,628.13
CA$2,604.34
A$2,917.44
CHF 1,517.43
MX$35,586.74
NOK 19,318.92
SEK 18,216.36
DKK 12,151.90

About the Item

A fine miniature antique compass. Set in a matrix of specimen gemstones and hardstones. The stones include tiger's eye, both white & black onyx, and a red jasper or marble base. Simply a wonderful Wunderkammer or Curio Cabinet piece! Date: Late 19th or Early 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition. There are some chips, particularly to the edges and base. Otherwise, there are some very fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Measurements: Diameter: ca. 41 mm Height: ca. 25 mm Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Stone:
    Onyx,Tiger's Eye,Jasper
  • Stone Cut:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.99 in (25 mm)Diameter: 1.62 in (41 mm)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th or Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. There are some chips, particularly to the edges and base. Otherwise, there are some very fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: D/I INV1stDibs: LU849325826592

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