Code BA12070108: English MIZPAH Nautical Silver Fob Compass, 1900
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This is a nice solid silver working Nautical fob compass, fully hallmarked for Birmingham, England 1900 and bearing a makers mark W. A., in very good condition for age no damage or repairs, a real collectors piece. It has glass crystals on both sides in nice condition with some fine scratches from use but nothing serious. It has a nautical theme with an anchor and a rope underneath the compass. It is engraved: MIZPAH The Lord Watch Between me and thee when we are absent one from another Size: 3.5 cm x 2.5cm reducing to 1.5cm Weight: 8.4 grams Rare and nice collectable compass.
Information from Wikipedia: Mizpah (emotional bond)
Mizpah is an
emotional bond between people who are separated (either physically
or by death). Mizpah jewellery is worn to signify this bond, and the
word "mizpah" can often be found on headstones in cemeteries and on
other memorials. From
Genesis 31:49 of the
Bible
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