Bare Needle Type
Pocket compass in mahogany case with moulded edges, engraved card.
Graduated quadrantally and by points.
Fitted with a locking device.
Bare needle type.
Case 2.5" square (6.4 cm)
Graduated quadrantally and by points.
Fitted with a locking device.
Bare needle type.
Case 2.5" square (6.4 cm)
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Object details
| ID: | NAV0226 |
|---|---|
| Type: | Pocket compass |
| Display location: | Not on display |
| Creator: | Unknown |
| Date made: | circa 1740 |
| Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Caird Collection |
| Measurements: | Overall: 20 mm x 65 mm x 65 mm |