Reflecting compass by F. Wiggins

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Reflecting compass by F. Wiggins

This unusual compass is meant to be viewed by reflection in an inclined mirror in the base of the binnacle.

The magnetic system consists of 8 strip shaped magnets which are attached below a large translucent annular mica compass card. This card is supported on a steel pivot on a pendulous weight which is mounted in gimbals.

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Category:: Navigation

Object Number:: 1917-61

type:: magnetic compass

credit:: Wiggins, F. and Sons

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Reflecting compass by F. Wiggins

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