John Roach Vernier Compass

Description:

John Roach Vernier Compass, New York, c. 1835, 6-in. blued-steel needle, engraved silvered dial with cardinal and intercardinal points in block lettering, fleur-de-lis representing north, and reading "John Roach New York," scale divided in four quadrants, spirit levels, vernier, and tripod mount, (lacking one vane),lg. 17 in.

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Estimate $300-400


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