Prismatic magnetic compass, British, 1810-1826

Made:: 1810-1826 in Strand

maker:: Charles Augustus Schmalcalder

Prismatic magnetic compass by Charles Auguste Schmalcalder

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Prismatic magnetic compass by Charles Auguste Schmalcalder, Strand, London, England, 1810-1826

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Category:: Surveying

Object Number:: 1905-155 Pt2

type:: prismatic compass and magnetic compass

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Prismatic magnetic compass, British, 1810-1826

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