Compass - Compass "Stanley London" in solid brass, 1950s/1960s

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Brass prismatic compass signed 'Stanley London', dating to 1950–1960, in excellent condition with minimal wear, diameter 7.5 cm, origin United Kingdom.

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Brass compass from Stanley London mass brass 1950/1960

Very beautiful and elegant brass compass of the type "prismatic compass", signed "Stanley London".

This specific model was very often used for navigation and scientific expeditions.

The instrument is equipped with a retractable alidade with a sighting slit, and an integrated reading prism.

It is in very good overall condition, with a beautiful patina on the brass.

It works perfectly and offers a fine example of an old scientific instrument that is both decorative and utilitarian.

It is very useful for large scientific expeditions as well as in the field.

This very pretty brass sighting compass is signed on the inside "Stanley London"

It will attract with its elegance as well as its precision.

It could be a fine collecting instrument as well as a beautiful decorative object and will be perfect on a desk

On its lid is engraved in brass "S.L. N° 3035"

Diameter: 7.5 cm

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It will be very carefully packaged and sent by registered mail with tracking and insurance

Seller's Story

I sell various trinkets, crockery, photos, objects from different collections, I buy them from my family and at garage sales. I am passionate about history
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Brass compass from Stanley London mass brass 1950/1960

Very beautiful and elegant brass compass of the type "prismatic compass", signed "Stanley London".

This specific model was very often used for navigation and scientific expeditions.

The instrument is equipped with a retractable alidade with a sighting slit, and an integrated reading prism.

It is in very good overall condition, with a beautiful patina on the brass.

It works perfectly and offers a fine example of an old scientific instrument that is both decorative and utilitarian.

It is very useful for large scientific expeditions as well as in the field.

This very pretty brass sighting compass is signed on the inside "Stanley London"

It will attract with its elegance as well as its precision.

It could be a fine collecting instrument as well as a beautiful decorative object and will be perfect on a desk

On its lid is engraved in brass "S.L. N° 3035"

Diameter: 7.5 cm

View all photos

It will be very carefully packaged and sent by registered mail with tracking and insurance

Seller's Story

I sell various trinkets, crockery, photos, objects from different collections, I buy them from my family and at garage sales. I am passionate about history
Translated by Google Translate

Details

Era
1900-2000
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Material
Compass "Stanley London" in solid brass, 1950s/1960s
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
7.5 cm
Width
7.5 cm
Depth
7.5 cm
Estimated Period
1950-1960
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