Code BA26032601: Georgian 12K Gold-Plated Long-Neck Leather-Cased Pocket Compass c. 1820
| This is a Georgian long-neck compass made in England around 1820. The compass case is in nice condition with some loss to the gold plating around the neck. No dings or dents. It was tested with a Mizar M24 as 12K Gold-Plated. The dial is made of porcelain and is in excellent condition without any cracks or scratches. It has a nice design typically used in the early 1800s. The compass has a quality jeweled brass cap with a bar needle. It is in excellent working order and finding North very easily. Under the long neck there is a small lever to activate the transit lock, lifting the brass disc located under pivot to avoid any contact with the pin. The compass is covered with a slightly convex glass crystal, which is in excellent condition. The diameter of the compass is approximately 41mm. The compass comes with a brown leather case in nice condition. It has a strong hinge and a hook to secure the lid closed. The diameter of the leather case is approximately 52mm. This is a nice and rare Georgian long-neck compass. |
Price: US $365 US $328.50
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