Germany - Compass - Artillery compass - 1910-1920 - WW1

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Original WWI German artillery compass by Hildebrand, Freiberg/Sachsen, dating to 1910–1920, lacquered brass with blackened housing, 60 mm dial, 75 mm overall height with foldable sighting vanes, 24 mm height, 84 mm width, 101 mm depth, weight 280 g, for ground and air use by balloon crews, with a damaged magnetic needle lock.

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WWI German Military Artillery Compass made by HILDEBRAND, Freiberg/Sachsen

Compasses like these were used both on the ground and in the air by German balloon crews to determine the range and distance of targets considered for artillery fire.
The compass features a blackened brass housing with serial number 34018, a clearly readable compass rose (divisions: 6400 MILS, counterclockwise), and foldable sighting vanes, with hook shaped tips for suspended use. The mechanism to lock the magnetic needle is sadly damaged and incomplete (will be secured when shipped).

Plate/dial diameter: 60 mm - Height (sights upright): 75 mm - Ruler: 90 mm - Material: Brass, blackened

WWI German Military Artillery Compass made by HILDEBRAND, Freiberg/Sachsen

Compasses like these were used both on the ground and in the air by German balloon crews to determine the range and distance of targets considered for artillery fire.
The compass features a blackened brass housing with serial number 34018, a clearly readable compass rose (divisions: 6400 MILS, counterclockwise), and foldable sighting vanes, with hook shaped tips for suspended use. The mechanism to lock the magnetic needle is sadly damaged and incomplete (will be secured when shipped).

Plate/dial diameter: 60 mm - Height (sights upright): 75 mm - Ruler: 90 mm - Material: Brass, blackened

Details

Specific region of origin
Freiberg, Sachsen
Brass type
Lacquered brass
Manufacturer/ Brand
Hildebrand, Freiberg/SA.
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
WW1
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Germany
Material
Brass
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
24 mm
Width
84 mm
Depth
101 mm
Military Context
Yes
Weight
280 g
Estimated Period
1910-1920
Object title
Artillery compass
Original/ Replica
Original
Comes with certificate of authenticity
No
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Objects sold
Private

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