(.1) Circular brass compass with calibrations around the circumference; E, ESE, SE, SSE, SW, W....' Calibrations also present in the internal compartment (0°-360° on steel rim) of the compass under the glass cover. Fine, small piece of wire across glass front, compass is hinged and opens out, not in working order. Markings on underside of compass read: 'E.R. Watts & SON/ LONDON/ A E'. Around rim, 'VERNERS & PATTERN.'
(.2) Leather case with metal loop for attaching to a belt, flap fastens over a metal stud.
Department:
History DepartmentCollection
History Collection
Collection Item Data
| Accession Number: | H2000.45.1-2 |
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| Accession Date: | 23 May 2000 |
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| Acquisition Year: | 1999 |
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| Credit: | Leigh Lugton |
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Material
| Paint/Synthetic/Polymer | .1 - Compass |
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Measurement
| depth | 3.5cm | Depth includes attachment. |
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| diameter | 55.3mm | Measured around outermost edge. |
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