A Georgian or early Victorian Brass box English pocket compass, with a press-fit lid, dating from c.1840-1860. With a paper compass card, finely made blued needle, and a brass pivot. The compass is in good working order and finds North well. The compass retains its original glass, which has a slight chip at the edge at NNW.
Condition:
In good, original condition, and full working order. The compass finds North very well. With general signs of age, and some marks to the case. The lid is a very good fit. The glass is in good condition, with some wear to the edge at NNW.
Dimensions: 50mm diameter (depth: 12mm)
