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Slant Front Binnacle Compass by Ritchie, Boston, th

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Slant Front Binnacle Compass by Ritchie, Boston, the walnut hinged slant-front case with carrying handle and oval glazed viewing window houses a dry compass in gimbals with cardinal points in block lettering, fleur-de-lis at North and maker's inscription Patented August 17, 1875, Ritchie, Boston, USA, compass bezel marked with patent dates, 13586, and maker's name, side mounted brass oil lamp with wire handle, ht. 11 1/4 in.

Wooden case in cleaned condition, brass lamp in oxidized surface, compass dial clear and functioning.

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