A Georgian travelling/ explorers compass housed in a mahogany box. It has brass hinges and a brass locking clasp. Good working order. These Explorer's compasses were popular during the early to mid 1800's when people went on their travels.

It measures 7cm x 7cm x 2.5cm.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions

Height

2.5cm (0.98")

Width

7.5cm (2.95")

Depth

7.5cm (2.95")

Reference Numbers

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SA742117

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Description

A Georgian travelling/ explorers compass housed in a mahogany box. It has brass hinges and a brass locking clasp. Good working order.

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These Explorer's compasses were popular during the early to mid 1800's when people went on their travels.

Opus Antiques

It measures 7cm x 7cm x 2.5cm.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions

Height

2.5cm (0.98")

Width

7.5cm (2.95")

Depth

7.5cm (2.95")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA742117

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Opus Antiques

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Period18th century
SizeH 2.5 cm (1 in) x W 7.5 cm (3 in) x D 7.5 cm (3 in)

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