Bare Needle Type
Surveying compass
Compass in mahogany case with finely engraved card with outer divided brass ring. Graduated 0 - 360 degrees and in points. The outer rim graduated 0 - 360 degrees in reverse.
Bare needle type fitted with locking device.
Compass in mahogany case with finely engraved card with outer divided brass ring. Graduated 0 - 360 degrees and in points. The outer rim graduated 0 - 360 degrees in reverse.
Bare needle type fitted with locking device.
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Object details
| ID: | NAV0233 |
|---|---|
| Type: | Surveying compass |
| Display location: | Not on display |
| Creator: | Cole |
| Date made: | circa 1750 |
| Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Caird Collection |
| Measurements: | Overall: 40 mm x 142 mm x 140 mm |