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A RARE EUROPEAN POCKET SUNDIAL COMPASS 19TH C

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A RARE EUROPEAN POCKET SUNDIAL COMPASS 19TH C

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Description

With an integral compass and a string gnomon. There is an inscription on the lid inside: "Al Polo 43:47". Outside, a wooden box is decorated with a landscape. Lockable with brass padlock. Such items were often used by travelers.

Dimensions: 2 1/4 x 1 3/4 in., (5.7 x 4.5 cm.)

Condition

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A RARE EUROPEAN POCKET SUNDIAL COMPASS 19TH C

Name: A RARE EUROPEAN POCKET SUNDIAL COMPASS 19TH C
SKU: 88449359
Price: 150 USD
Availability: InStock

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