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A Large Desk Compass
The Antique Partnership
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A Large Desk Compass

19th century
Description

A large estate office or library desk compass 20cm in diameter. Contained within a fine mahogany case with a removeable glass. The removeable glass would mean that this large compass could be transported easily without damage. The paper compass rose shows the main cardinal points and both azimuth and quadrant scales. The steel magnetic needle is original and has a mounted centre jewel which sits upon the pivot point. The needle is chamfered on the underside at each point. The north of the needle has a tiny brass insert dot. The whole works perfectly and can be brought accurately to level by adjusting the three supporting legs to the base.

20cm diameter and 7.5 cm high including the feet.

Overseas buyers please ask for shipping costs before purchasing.

UK mainland buyers....Free shipping.

Physical Dimensions
Height
7.5cm (2.95")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

The Antique Partnership has dated this Antique Brass Desk Compass to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1125867
Dealers Internal Reference
28014
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Description
A large estate office or library desk compass 20cm in diameter. Contained within a fine mahogany case with a removeable glass. The removeable glass would mean that this large compass could be transported easily without damage. The paper compass rose shows the main cardinal points and both azimuth and quadrant scales.
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The steel magnetic needle is original and has a mounted centre jewel which sits upon the pivot point.
The Antique Partnership

The needle is chamfered on the underside at each point. The north of the needle has a tiny brass insert dot. The whole works perfectly and can be brought accurately to level by adjusting the three supporting legs to the base.

20cm diameter and 7.5 cm high including the feet.

Overseas buyers please ask for shipping costs before purchasing.

UK mainland buyers....Free shipping.

Height
7.5cm (2.95")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

The Antique Partnership has dated this Antique Brass Desk Compass to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1125867
Dealers Internal Ref
28014
The Antique Partnership
The Antique Partnership
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the The Antique Partnership Profile Page

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A circular antique brass and wood desk compass with adjustable levelling feet resting on a wooden surface.
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Archive I A circular antique brass and wood desk compass with adjustable levelling feet resting on a wooden surface.

A Large Desk Compass

Archive II A circular antique brass and wood desk compass with adjustable levelling feet resting on a wooden surface. View II
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A circular antique brass and wood desk compass with adjustable levelling feet resting on a wooden surface.
A large desk compass
Ref: SA1125867
A circular antique brass and wood desk compass with adjustable levelling feet resting on a wooden surface.
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FAQs

An antique desk compass is a directional navigational instrument constructed to sit horizontally on a desk or chart table, featuring a magnetic needle and calibrated dial within a protective casing.

Historical compasses were commonly manufactured from non-magnetic metals such as brass or bronze to avoid interference with the magnetic needle, alongside dense hardwoods like mahogany or teak, covered with protective glass.

Authentic period compasses feature signs of age such as natural metal oxidisation, hand-engraved or early lithographed dial cards, period manufacturer stamps, and mechanical fittings like threaded brass levelling screws.

A desk compass serves as a functional decorative object placed on an executive desk, library bookshelf, or sideboard, complementing dark timber furnishings, leather accent pieces, and classical metalwork.

Maintain the piece by removing dust with a soft, dry microfibre cloth while avoiding abrasive chemical polishes that remove age-acquired patina. Keep the instrument away from high humidity and strong magnetic fields to protect the internal dial.
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