10-27-201710-27-2017
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
October 27, 2017 10:00 AMCalender
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Samuel Emery Gimbaled Ship's Compass

Sell one like this
$461$375
Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 3035MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: October 27, 2017 10:00AM

Description:

Samuel Emery Gimbaled Ship's Compass, Salem, Massachusetts, first half 19th century, 6 1/2-in. dia. dry paper compass card with name boss in the center reading "S. Emery/Salem," fleur-de-lis representing north with banner reading "Browning Boston," and a sun in the east quadrant, brass gimbaled, white-painted interior bowl mounted to an oak box, together with a small 2 1/2-in. dia. green-painted unmarked cased compass.
Estimate $200-250


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Samuel Emery Gimbaled, Salem