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Magnetic Compass, possibly for Surveying, English, c. 1900

Inventory Number 37683


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.37683

Subject
Compasses
Item type
Object
Provenance
Not ascertained.
Primary inscriptions
Unsigned and undated.
Physical material
Brass
paper and glass
Object type
Compass
Dimensions
Height: 49mm Width: 61mm Depth: 13mm Weight: 67g
Inventory No
37683

Description

Brass circular case with push-fit lid; paper compass card calibrated in quarters, and with fleur de lys on North. The needle is retained by a pin and lever when not in use. There is a small plum-bob suspended from the compass pivot, associated with a straight edge secured to the side of the case.