Code BA22102801: F. Barker & Son 10K Solid Gold Compass in Leather Case, c. 1900
| This is a nice and rare hallmarked 10K Solid Gold compass made around 1900. The case is solid gold and bears the Francis Barker & Son marks F.B. & S and 10ct Gold Hallmark. It is stamped with the goldsmith's mark RG. The ring is also hallmarked with letters HNK. The compass has slightly domed glass crystals on both sides. The case and crystals are in excellent condition for their age. The compass could also be used as a magnifier. The compass has a quality bar needle suspended between the two glass crystals. It has two different patterns for the dial sides. It is very precise and points North easily. It comes in a leather/wood case still in excellent condition with a strong hinge and a hook to open/close the case. The compass measures around 40mm in diameter and weighs about 23g. This is a fine and rare example by a quality compass maker. |
Price: US $695 (Lay-by Plan Available)
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