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Brass Transit Compass.

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Antique Brass Transit Compass: Antique brass compass with hinged brass handle.

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Surveyor's Brass Compass, H.W. Hunt: New York, 19th century, signed on silvered face for maker Harvey W. Hunt, 8-5/8 x 16-3/4 x 6-1/2 in. Prov: Quinn's Auction Galleries, Falls Church, Virginia, January 14, 2023 lot 114 Note: Edmund Brow

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Brass transit compass, no apparent maker's mark. Rounded octagonal form,
the inner lid fitted with a mirrored plate and one hinged sight. Two bubble levelling vials attached. Compass glass approximately 2½ inch diameter, overall approximately 3 x 3x x 1½ inches.

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Brass Transit Compass.

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