Circular compass in gilded and silvered brass resting on a square gilded brass plate entirely engraved with acanthus leaves and scrolls. 

The blued steel needle has a brass pivot that can be locked by a small system. 

The bottom of the compass is engraved with the 4 cardinal points and an arrow indicating the magnetic declination at approximately 12° West. The whole thing is covered in glass. 

The back of the instrument is unengraved, revealing two screws that hold the compass in place.

Dimensions of the dial : 6.7 cm x 6.7 cm x 1.3 cm; of the case : 8.3 cm x 8.5 cm x 2.2 cm.

With its shaped case.

Made in Germany circa 1730.

Reference : D ex VD 15

Price and additional photos on request. 

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