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Description:
William J. Young Four-vane Vernier Compass, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19th century, lacquered brass instrument with 6-in. dia. engraved dial reading "W.J. Young/Maker/Patent/Philadelphia," circular bubble level, and outkeeper, lg. 14 in.
Provenance: Robert Miller Collection.
Estimate $400-600
vanes appear to be new
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Keywords
Robert Miller, William J. Young, W.J. Young/Maker/Patent, PhiladelphiaStephen L. Fletcher
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