Thomas Whitney No. 545 Vernier Compass

Description:

Thomas Whitney No. 545 Vernier Compass, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, c. 1822, lacquered brass instrument with 6-in. dia. engraved dial reading "Thos. Whitney maker/Philadelphia/No. 545, Warranted," eight-point line rose with fleur-de-lis representing north, blued-steel needle, outkeeper, and single level, lg. 14 in.
Estimate $300-500

one vane replaced, lacking vernier screw plate.


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