11-03-200511-03-2005
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBolton MA
2314
November 3, 2005 10:00 AMCalender
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Brass Surveyor's Vernier Compass by W. E. Young

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$264$225
Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 2314Location: BoltonDate / Time: November 03, 2005 10:00AM

Description:

Brass Surveyor's Vernier Compass by W. E. Young, Philadelphia, with 5-inch dial engraved W.E. Young, Philadelphia, Maker, silvered needle ring divided 0-90-0 in four quadrants, fleur-de-lis star at North, blued-steel needle with brass hub and clamp, on shaped limb with vernier, two vials and outkeeper, lg. 14 in., with cap, (lacking sights).
Estimate $300-400

Keywords

Philadelphia, blued-steel needle