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Ww1 Mark V Pocket Compass by Dennison, Birmingham - 1916
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Ww1 Mark V Pocket Compass by Dennison, Birmingham - 1916

1900 - 1920
Sold by Puckerings
Sold 6 July 2025 · Puckerings
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Description

A handsome antique English military compass from World War 1 dated 1916 together with the makers signature, Dennison of Birmingham. It is also engraved with the military arrow together with the number 102742.

The full hunter nickel case is in good condition and once opened reveals a Singer Patent style dial with the original markings.

Excellent working condition measuring 1 7/8" in diameter x 2 1/2" (including ring) x 1/2".

Item: 44575

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Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Ww1 Mark V Compass to the 1910s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
6.4cm (2.52")
Width
4.8cm (1.89")
Depth
1.3cm (0.51")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1148803
Dealers Internal Reference
44575
Description
A handsome antique English military compass from World War 1 dated 1916 together with the makers signature, Dennison of Birmingham. It is also engraved with the military arrow together with the number 102742.
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The full hunter nickel case is in good condition and once opened reveals a Singer Patent style dial with the original markings.
Puckerings

Excellent working condition measuring 1 7/8" in diameter x 2 1/2" (including ring) x 1/2".

Item: 44575

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK

Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Ww1 Mark V Compass to the 1910s.

Height
6.4cm (2.52")
Width
4.8cm (1.89")
Depth
1.3cm (0.51")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1148803
Dealers Internal Ref
44575
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An open vintage pocket compass with a silver-coloured metal case, circular enamel dial featuring directional markings, and a suspension loop at the base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An open vintage pocket compass with a silver-coloured metal case, circular enamel dial featuring directional markings, and a suspension loop at the base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Ww1 Mark V Pocket Compass by Dennison, Birmingham - 1916

Archive II An open vintage pocket compass with a silver-coloured metal case, circular enamel dial featuring directional markings, and a suspension loop at the base. View II
Archive III An open vintage pocket compass with a silver-coloured metal case, circular enamel dial featuring directional markings, and a suspension loop at the base. View III
Archive IV An open vintage pocket compass with a silver-coloured metal case, circular enamel dial featuring directional markings, and a suspension loop at the base. View IV
Archive V An open vintage pocket compass with a silver-coloured metal case, circular enamel dial featuring directional markings, and a suspension loop at the base. View V
Archive VI An open vintage pocket compass with a silver-coloured metal case, circular enamel dial featuring directional markings, and a suspension loop at the base. View VI
Archive VII An open vintage pocket compass with a silver-coloured metal case, circular enamel dial featuring directional markings, and a suspension loop at the base. View VII
Archive VIII An open vintage pocket compass with a silver-coloured metal case, circular enamel dial featuring directional markings, and a suspension loop at the base. View VIII
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An open vintage pocket compass with a silver-coloured metal case, circular enamel dial featuring directional markings, and a suspension loop at the base.
WW1 Mark V Pocket Compass by Dennison, Birmingham - 1916
Ref: SA1148803
An open vintage pocket compass with a silver-coloured metal case, circular enamel dial featuring directional markings, and a suspension loop at the base.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectScientific Instruments
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleMilitaria
  • MaterialBrass, Glass, Nickel plating
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsEnamel dial, Hinged hunter case, Suspension loop, Directional pointer
  • SizeH 6.4 cm (3 in) x W 4.8 cm (2 in) x D 1.3 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Military compasses issued during the First World War, such as the Mark V, were essential precision instruments used by officers in the trenches for navigation and map reading under harsh field conditions.

These pieces were typically housed in nickel-plated brass or sterling silver cases, featuring glass watch-style crystals, enamel dials, and delicate brass internal dampening components.

Authentic pieces usually feature makers marks, military broad arrow stamps, specific model designations like Mark V, and serial numbers engraved on the interior case or dial bezel.

Placed on a desk, within a glass display cabinet, or styled on a bookshelf, these instruments add a touch of historic sophistication and curated curiosity to a room.

Keep the object in a stable environment away from high humidity and direct sunlight, and clean the metal case gently with a dry microfibre cloth without using abrasive polishes.
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