Lot 1753

JOHN E. HAND & SONS BRASS NAUTICAL / MARINE COMPASS

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JOHN E. HAND & SONS BRASS NAUTICAL / MARINE COMPASS

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Description

JOHN E. HAND & SONS BRASS NAUTICAL / MARINE COMPASS, Type P. E. X. U/4 with gimbal construction and original black paint to rim, fitted in a brass holder with maker's label and "MADE FOR HIGGINS INDUSTRIES INC.", cover with impressed maker's mark and observation lens. Second quarter 20th century.
Compass wall with two cracks to interior wall of compass not affecting the water, expected wear to paint, cover with some light dents.
Provenance: From a Rockingham Co., VA private collection.

Condition

Compass wall with two cracks to interior wall of compass not affecting the water, expected wear to paint, cover with some light dents.

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JOHN E. HAND & SONS BRASS NAUTICAL / MARINE COMPASS

Name: JOHN E. HAND & SONS BRASS NAUTICAL / MARINE COMPASS
SKU: 50973545
Price: 30 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $50 - $100

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