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Ships Compass by John Hand and Sons of Philadelphia
Ships Compass by John Hand and Sons of Philadelphia
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Copper cased ships compass by John Hand and Sons of Philadelphia and Baltimore. Binnacle housing is highly polished, many screws hold this precision instrument together. Bubble top compass. Hinged lid. 7"H x 6"W x 6"D 7 lbs.
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Ships Compass by John Hand and Sons of Philadelphia

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