Compass Needle in Case, by Troughton & Simms

Subject: Navigation
Item type: Object
Makers: Troughton & Simms
Other inscriptions: Label inside case lid "Two needles for Sir Wm, Gookes / Magnet by Troughton & Simms."
Physical material: Wood; metal
Object type: Compass
Dimensions: Height: 25mm Width: 179mm Depth: 69mm Weight: 0.1kg
Inventory No: 11427

Description

One needle in wooden case, the other one is missing. Empty space for second needle to be stored in case.