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This is a 19th century open faced pocket compass set in a brass case measuring 33mm in diameter. The distinctive dial dates the compass to around 1875 although the main cardinal points appear to have had some sort of luminous compound added, probably at a later date. Frustratingly, there are faint letters around the pivot, but these have faded and its impossible to make out who the maker was, but the dial is in otherwise very clean condition. It has a manual transit lock activated by a sliding knob on the side, and the dial has a jewelled pivot. A very collectable compass in good working order.

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	SOLD	SC799

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Unsigned military style open faced pocket compass with a distinctive black & white jewelled pivot dial under a bevelled glass crystal.
Dating from the WW2 period, originally the case outer would have been blackened brass, but this one has been highly polished, and looks quite impressive, with only light rubbing in places.
This elegant slim compass is in good condition and measures 45mm diameter by 7mm in height. In full working order, it comes in a modern presentation box.

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	SOLD	SC794

Dennison military compass with Masonic symbols

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WW1 officers pocket watch style compass, engraved Dennison Birmingham VI 56703 1917, and military arrow on the lid. This is a quite unique compass, in that the base is hand engraved with various Masonic symbols and the number 1942 which suggests it may have been through two World wars. I have no idea of the meaning of the Masonic signs, but have included a full picture for clarity, and would welcome any info regarding them. Click here for image
The full hunter case retains all its original nickel plating with no dents, and the bevelled glass crystal covers an attractive jewelled dry card dial, its in very good condtion all round.
In full working order, with strong hinge including the transit lock, its a one off with perhaps some mystery attached to it?

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	SOLD	SC808

Vintage MK IX prismatic marching compass with leather case

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A nice example of a leather cased MK IX prismatic marching compass, engraved on the reverse ' M.D.S. Ltd, London, no 1343, MK IX ' (MDS stands for Manufacturers & Distributors Syndicate Ltd who were founded in 1920 to deal with Government surplus)
The compass dates to the late 1930's pre WW2 era and comes with its original leather case which is in very good condition with the strap & buckle still sound, as is all the stitching. The name H M Richardson is neatly impressed on the front of the leather case, and is probably the original owner.
In full working order, and very good condtion all round, with virtually no paint loss other than some on the base. This is a precision compass, with a floating dial which pivots on a gemstone bearing, and a clean undamaged crystal.

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Francis Barker WW2 era MK VI pocket compass

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This is a nice example of a full hunter cased pocket compass, engraved 'F. B & S (1932) Ltd, MKVI, B13090' with the numbers 6635 inside the lid. The maker is Francis Barker & Son, and the compass was possibly a private purchase for civilian use, as there is no War department crowfoot symbol, but the specification is identical to the British Army Officers MK VI models used during WW2.
The nickel plated hunter case is in a clean bright condition, with a bevelled glass crystal covering the jewelled dry card dial.
As can be seen from the photos, its in really good condition, and in full working order, with a strong hinge, including the transit lock. It measures 45mm diameter.

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Mid 19th century Victorian pocket needle compass in velvet blue lined case, covered in leather, although the leather covering on the underside is missing. Blue steel needle with N & S in gold letters for clarity. Measures 40mm diameter, unsigned.

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	SOLD	SC500

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Pocket compasses by Negretti & Zambra do not turn up too often, and its been sometime since I've had one in such good condition. It dates to the end of the 19th century, and is a really handsome piece, fitted with a jewelled English bar needle above an attractive dial, it has Negretti & Zambra London printed on a small circular overlay around the pivot. It also comes with a single Albert chain & T bar measuring just over 10" in length.
In full working order including the lid activated transit lock, the nickel plated case is dent free and has a strong hinge.
A rare compass by probably one of the most renowned firm of instrument makers.

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	SOLD	SC763

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A This is called an 'Angle of Sight' instrument, and made by J H Steward during the first quarter of the 20th century. This is a precision instrument which incorporates a prismatic surveyors compass, and a clinometer. The body retains virtually all of its original oxidised black finish, and is engraved J H Steward Ltd, 406 Strand London. Comes with its own fitted leather case and is in excellent condition.

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An attractive Swiss made open faced pocket watch style compass in a nickel plated case. The floating aluminium dial pivots on a red jewel for reduced friction, and is housed under a bevelled glass crystal. Measuring 40mm diameter overall, and 10mm deep, the transit lock is activated by rotating the crown ring. In full working order, an interesting compass in excellent condition, supplied in a modern gift box.

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	SOLD	SC814

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Vintage full hunter cased pocket watch style compass, with a gemstone pivot floating dial and a painted lubber line on the underside of the crystal. There are no makers marks, but the case is of nickel plated brass construction ,and it dates from between the two world wars, being very similar to the miltary ones issued to British Army Officers during WW1 & WW2.
In excellent condition, the case is good with no dings or dents and all the plating is still intact, the only minor blemish is a lightly scratched cross on the inside of the lid. It's all in fine working order with a clean undamaged crystal, and incorporates an automatic transit lock when the lid is closed. Measures 45mm in diameter.

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Early 20th century brass pill box type compass

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An unusual pill box shaped, brass cased compass with separate lid. Dates to the turn of the century, when the distinctive black & white metal dial was first introduced, this is a delightful little compass in excellent condition, and although unsigned, clearly a quality piece, with a dial card set on a jeweled pivot to minimise wear.
Measures just over 1.5", no dents and an unmarked clear beveled crystal, protected by a dome shape snug fitting lid on a brass case.

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	SOLD	SC503

19th century brass pocket compass in modern case

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An unsigned Georgian gilded brass pocket compass , circa 1825. The white enamelled dial is in fine condition and has a shapely blued steel needle engraved N & S for clarity, all set under its original bevelled crystal. Although the gilded brass case has lost some of its original gilding its still in a very presentable condition.
Measuring 42mm in diameter not including the bow, the compass is in working order and finds North quite easily. Please note the compass comes in a modern green satin lined presentation box.

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	SOLD	SC772

Early 19th century brass cased boat compass

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Dating to the early part of the 19th century (circa 1830), this brass cased small boat compass measures 55mm in diameter and stands 25mm high. It has the added advantage of a removable crystal within a brass bezel, which means it can be easily kept clean. The attractive card dial is complete and in good cosmetic condition. The brass case & lid are also free from any dents or gouges and have a nice even patination consistent with a compass of this age. Unsigned, but in full working order.

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Unsigned Night Marching compass, in black lacquered brass, dating from pre WW1 era. The white compass card is is surrounded by a silvered bearing ring, and controlled by a brass manual stop on one side. The lanyard bail acts as a rear sight via a small 'V' notch on the top of the ring.
Complete in every way, including its own light tan leather case, this compass is very close to mint condition, and fully functional, diameter 2".

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	SOLD	SC277

F Barker & Son MKVI military pocket compass 1922

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Miltary Officers pocket watch compass, engraved F Barker & Son,London, MKVI 1934, 1922 and military arrow, with the numbers 207039 M inside the lid.. The nickel plated case is in nice bright condition, albeit with some minor dints on the lid. A bevelled glass crystal covers the attractive jeweled dry card dial. In full working order, with strong hinge including the transit lock. Measures 45mm diameter.

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	SOLD	SC709

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Dating to the early part of the 19th century (circa 1820), this brass cased small boat compass measures 70mm in diameter and stands 20mm high. The distinctive floating card dial pivots on a large red jewel which is likely to be an amethyst or ruby, and is in surprisingly good condition for its age. The brass case is free from any dents or gouges and the original bevelled glass crystal is also in fine condition. Unsigned, a quite rare compass which would enhance any collection, in full working order.

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	SOLD	SC722

English cross bar needle pocket compass Lennie Edinburgh

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Nice example of an Edwardian brass cased pocket compass with an English cross bar needle on a jewelled pivot, and signed E Lennie McCall, Optcian Edinburgh. (It's likely that this compass was made by another maker, and retailed by Lennie)
Dating to around 1910, its in good clean condition with a later replacement bow ring, and undamaged crystal. The brass case is also in good condition with a warm patination, and is dent free.
Measuring 40mm diameter, this is a sturdy yet attractive compass in working order, and finds North easily.

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	SOLD	SC780

Short & Mason singers patent style pocket compass

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A fine condition pocket watch compass, engraved Short & Mason Ltd London, V. Although made to the same specification as its military counterpart used during WW1, this one does not have the War department arrow, as it was made prior to WW1 probably around 1910.
There are not many pre WW1 Mark V compasses which makes this particular one quite a rare piece, and it's in very good condition with a clean Singers patent style dial & damage free crystal. the nickel plated case is also in a nice bright condition.
In full working order, with a strong hinge and a functional transit lock, a fine compass from one of the rarer makers.

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E Koehn Verner's MKVII marching compass 1917

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WW1 Verners pattern MKVII prismatic marching compass with leather case and carry strap. Engraved '1917 E KOEHN GENEVE SUISSE no 131610'on the base, and also the War department military arrow. Still retaining nearly all of its black finish on the lid, the Mother of Pearl dial and glass covers are in very good condition. The leather case has a belt loop, and is also in surprisingly good condition with all stitching intact, plus it still has the original carrying strap.
In full working order, a nice complete example.

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1918 military pocket watch compass with military arrow, engraved TERRASSE. W. CO, VI, 61919, 1918 on the lid. Attractive clean dial with bevelled crystal, this WWI compass comes with a brass fob chain, which may or may not be the original. Nickel plated body in good condition, with only minor dints, and some rubbing. Nice strong hinge, activates transit lock when lid closed. Measures 1 3/4" diameter.

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	SOLD	SC270

1930's military style brass pocket compass

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Unsigned military style pocket compass with attractive black & white dial under a clean glass crystal. Originally the case outer would have been blackened brass, but this one has been highly polished, and actually looks quite impressive. The attractive black & white dial is in excellent condition and has the reg no 416645 which dates the compass to between 1934 -35. Measuring 45mm diameter and 15mm depth. it also incorporates a transit lock activated by lid closure. In full working order and no dents, a handsome compass ideal for that long country walk!

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WW1 officers pocket watch style compass, engraved Dennison Birmingham VI 39517 1917, and military arrow on the lid. The full hunter case retains all its original nickel plating, and the bevelled glass crystal covers an attractive jewelled dry card dial.
In full working order, with strong hinge including the transit lock. A fine working example from the most renowned maker of this style of compass.

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Cruchon & Emons WW1 prismatic marching compass

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WW1 Verners pattern MKVII prismatic marching compass with leather case. Engraved Cruchon & Emons London, 1916 on the base, and also the War department military arrow. Still retaining the majority of its black finish on the lid, the Mother of Pearl dial and glass covers are in very good condition. The leather case is embossed P L Sugden and is also in surprisingly good condition with all stitching intact, plus it still has the original carrying strap. The serial number is 19987 which is engraved inside the lid.
In full working order, a nice complete example.

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Unsigned pocket compass with dry card dial under a glass crystal. Blackened brass construction with most of its black coating intact, save for an area on the front part of the lid (see photos). Measures 1.75" diameter and 0.5" depth. Incorporates a transit lock manually activated with a sliding button on the side of the case. Dating to the first quarter of the 20th century, after 1916, this is similar in operation to the Dennison type of pocket watch style compasses of the same period.

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Vintage pocket compass, nickel plated Dennison case.

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Vintage Pocket watch style Compass, dry card dial with lubber line on crystal. Although no makers name on the lid, the inside of the base cover reads DENNISON WATCH Co. Of nickel plated brass construction ,and probably from WWI era. this is in excellent condition, and the case is really bright. Clean dial and crystal, all in fine working order, including transit lock when lid closed. Measures 4.5cm diameter.

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	SOLD	SC577

Night Marching compass by Pain Optician, Cambridge

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Night Marching compass signed Pain Optician Cambridge, in black lacquered brass, dating from pre WW1 era. The white compass card is is surrounded by a silvered bearing ring, and controlled by a brass manual stop on one side. The lanyard bail acts as a rear sight via a small 'V' notch on the top of the ring.
Complete in every way, including its own light tan leather case, this compass is in very good condition, and even retains the original instructions inside the lid for rendering it luminous (although I wouldn't recommend the burning of a magnesium ribbon as directed!).
Measures approx 2" in diameter, a really nice looking compass with a heavy bevelled crystal that emphasises the quality of this piece.

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Unsigned brass pocket compass with jeweled English bar needle over an aluminium dial face, under a glass crystal. Measures 1.75" diameter and 0.5" depth and incorporates a working transit lock activated by lid closure. Dating to the turn of the 20th century, this is a simple but accurate compass with 8 cardinal & intercardinal points set in an outer ring of two degree graduations. In great condition all round, ideal for that long country walk!

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Turn of the century Singers patent compass, in leather covered case. Uses a jeweled dry card dial in the classic black & white Singer pattern. The north star above the harp symbol has a logo within which reads “trade mark London” and the dial also has the words Singers Patent on it. Crystal is in fine condition, no chips or scratches, and the compass body appears to be nickel plated. The leather case is sound with small brass clasp, but some wear to the covering. Closing of lid activates a stop to lock the dial in transit. A super little compass in fine working order.

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Prismatic compass by F Barker & Son London

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This is a pre WW2 Artillery compass made by F Barker & Son. A precision instrument, it's in very good condition with the body retaining most of its original oxidised black finish, and is engraved F Barker & Son (1932) Ltd. 1936 No B. 11, along with the military arrow.
A prismatic compass in full working order, it comes with its own fitted leather case which is also in sound condition. Not only a collectors piece, but a practical compass for use today.

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	SOLD	SC803

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Unsigned pocket compass with dry card dial under a clean glass crystal. Originally the case outer would have been blackened brass, but this one has been highly polished, and actually looks quite nice!. Measures 1.75" diameter and 0.5" depth. Incorporates a transit lock activated by lid closure. Dating to the early part of the 20th century, this is a simple but accurate compass with 8 cardinal & intercardinal points set in an outer ring of 5 degree graduations. In full working order and no dents, ideal for that long country walk!

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	SOLD	SC633

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Impressive mid 19th century mahogany block compass, with blued steel needle, engraved N & S in gold lettering for clarity. Traditional paper sunburst dial divided into degrees, showing 32 cardinal and inter cardinal points. Nice clear glass crystal, set under a brass bezel, with a detent pin for locking the directional needle. This is a fully working compass, which points to North every time. Measures 3" square, a nice collectors piece, or for that special gift.

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	SOLD	SC520

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1918 military pocket watch compass, engraved CLEMENT CLARKE Ltd, LONDON, VI, 38382, 1918 on the lid. Attractive clean dial with bevelled crystal, this compass is identical to the military ones issued during WW1, but the absence of the military arrow suggests it was made just after the end of the war. Nickel plated body in good condition, with no dents or rubbing. Nice strong hinge, but no transit lock. Measures 1 3/4" diameter.

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	SOLD	SC528

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Early 19th century or possibly late 18th century, brass cased fob style compass, in gilt case with domed glass. Bar needle set over a ceramic dial (faint hairline crack from west to nne), also has transit lock. Unsigned but very rare compass, in working order, measures 45mm diameter.

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	SOLD	SC535

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Impressive 19th century mahogany cased pocket compass measuring approx 3" square. The attractive paper compass dial is of a particularly early design, and probably dates to the turn of the 19th century. Complimented by the small triangular hand made hinges, and a shapely blued needle this is a clean compass which is probably approaching 200 years old. In very good condition and in full working order, including the original transit lock.

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	SOLD	SC603

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Dating to the mid 19th century, this Victorian brass cased compass is of substantial proportions, measuring 3.25" diameter and over an inch in depth. Set in a lacquered brass case, the very attractive card dial has a distinctive eye logo above the fleur de lis at North, and the words Trade Mark. Comes with a snug fitting brass cover, which has some tarnishing on the outside, but has protected the glass crystal well over the years. The lid activates a needle lift via a tiny protruding pin on the rim of the compass. In working order, dial condition is good with only one minor stain above North.

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Early 20th century French pocket watch compass, in nickel plated case. Attractive dial, although a little faded in places, engraved Made in France. English bar needle with transit lock mechanism activated on closing lid. Nice strong hinge, lid flips open on to less than 90 degrees when top button pressed. In full working order, case free from dents, just some surface scratching on outside of lid. Measures 2" diameter.

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	SOLD	SC263

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WW1 Verners pattern MKVII compass with leather case dated 1916. Made by T. Cooke & Sons with serial no 42134. Has the traditional mother of pearl dial, for low light reading with only minor flaking on the orange arrow. The brass lid retains virtually all of its original black finish with nice strong hinge. Has brass knob on the side for transit locking of dial. All in good order including leather case, a fine example by a quality maker.

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WW1 Verners pattern MKVIII compass with leather case. The engraving on the rear of the compass has worn away somewhat, but the maker F-L and date 1918 can still be read. The brass lid retains the majority of its original black finish, with nice strong hinge. Unusually, the dial card is not the mother of pearl type, but is in excellent condition. Comes with leather case which is stamped R Stafford 1917. A fully working compass, with transit locking brass knob on side, which engages when lid closed.

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	SOLD	SC247

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1916 pocket watch compass signed 'DENNISON BIRMINGHAM, 71065, 1916' with military arrow engraved. Nickel plated with distinctive Singers patent style dial card, some light scratching on case, but no dents. Clear bevelled crystal with a nice strong hinge, this is a fine compass from one of the most renowned makers of pocket watch compasses. Please note one of the retaining screws is missing from the rear plate, but this has no detrimental effect on the performance of the compass.

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	SOLD	SC240

WW1 Verner's pattern MKVII prismatic marching compass with case

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WW1 Verner's pattern MKVII prismatic marching compass with leather case, although unsigned, it carries the military arrow on the underside, and dates to around 1916. The compass has the traditional mother of pearl dial, for low light reading, and as can be seen from the photos is in excellent condition, retaining all its original black finish on the lid.
In full working order it has a nice strong hinge with a brass knob on the side for transit locking of dial. The leather case is designed to be attached to a belt, and is also in excellent condition.

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	SOLD	SC717

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Swiss made Pocket watch Compass, early 20th C,in superb condition with attractive clean dial and bevelled glass. No makers name but clearly a quality piece in good working order with no dents or defects. Measures 4.5cm diameter.

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Delightful early 19th century mahogany block compass, with blued steel needle, engraved N & S in gold lettering. Attractive paper dial divided into degrees, showing 16 cardinal and inter cardinal points. Nice clear glass crystal, set under a brass bezel, has a detent pin for locking the needle but this has worn with age and does not raise the lift mechanism far enough to engage the needle lock. This does not affect the operation of the compass, which points to North every time. Measures just over 2" square, a nice collectors piece.

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	SOLD	SC258

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Vintage pocket watch compass, engraved T.A.R.S & W Ltd, serial no B10562 with military arrow, nickel plated and probably from WWI era. In excellent condition, some light scratches on case only, no dings or dents, clean dial and nice strong hinge. A nice clean example in working order, ideal gift for that special occasion.
Measures 4.5cm diameter.

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	SOLD	SC262

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19th C pocket compass made by
H J Redfern, 55 Surrey St Sheffield. Black on brass case, although a lot of the black finish has worn away, the case is in sound condition, no dents or dings.
Measures 1 3/4"diameter x 5/8" deep. Needle lift mechanism operates when lid closed. Genuine item with nice clean dial.

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	SOLD	SC015

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Superb Victorian pocket compass in MINT condition, circa 1885. Comes with its original velvet lined leather and wood case.
Satin gilt case, with bevelled glass, this is a little gem! Quite a heavy for its size (1 1/4" diameter) this compass appears to have had very little use, and has been well protected in its case. Attractive dial, blue needle has N and S finely engraved for clarity. In full working order.

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Beautiful little pocket compass mounted in its own hinged mahogany case. Just over 2" square.
I believe this dates from the turn of the century. The detail in this little compass is superb,
nice clean dial, the needle being beautifully blued with a little gold N and S applied on it for clarity.
There is also a minute button beside the bezel, which locks the needle when the lid is closed.
In excellent condition a stunning little piece for use or display.

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	SOLD	SC209

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A nickel plated pocket watch style compass with steel needle on jewelled pivot. Unsigned, and dating to around 1910. 50mm diameter, full working order.

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Early 20th century brass pocket dry card dial compass signed Tycos on the dial. Brass case in good condition with nice patina, no dents. Clean dial ,with red painted cardinal points on the underside of the crystal. In good working order, measures 1 5/8" diameter 5/8" depth.

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	SOLD	SC325

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WWI Verners Pattern MKVIII compass in original leather case. Engraved F-L no 75089 1917 also has military arrow, measures 2" diameter. Rare to find in such super condition, the mother of pearl dial and glass are in immaculate condition.
In full working order, locks down when lid closed.
Leather case also in very good condition.

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	SOLD	SC213

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