Surveyor' magnetic Trough Compass, French, 1801-1900

Made:
1801-1900 in France
Magnetic trough compass for surveying, possibly French

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Magnetic trough compass for surveying, possibly French
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Magnetic trough compass for surveying, possibly French, 19th century

Details

Category:
Surveying
Object Number:
1951-271
Materials:
teak (wood), brass (copper, zinc alloy), steel (metal), paper (fibre product), glass and hardboard
Measurements:
overall: 28 mm x 140 mm x 70 mm, .145kg
type:
magnetic compass
credit:
Mr. H. Carter Bowles