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Brass lifebuoy-shaped compass with a solid teak case, Ø13 cm, dating to 2000–2010, in good used condition with age patina, origin Asia.
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Brass Buoy-Shaped Compass – Ø13 cm – With Teak Case – 1980s – Likely a Navy, Marine, or Military promo gadget.
Rare and fascinating collectible compass made of solid brass, molded into a small nautical lifebuoy shape.
A decorative yet functional object, typical of promotional or commemorative items from the professional maritime environment.
Completed by its elegant solid teak case, it enhances the maritime character and lends a classic, sturdy appearance, ideal for nautical instrument enthusiasts, collectors, and fans of naval design objects.
Main features
Type: lifebuoy-shaped compass
Material: solid brass
Lifebuoy diameter: 13 cm
Case: solid teak
Case dimensions: 15 × 15 × h 6 cm
Era: 1980s
Origin: probably a gadget of the Navy or military/marine promotional use
Condition: very good; light patina appropriate to age.
Notes
Unusual and sought-after item thanks to its distinctive shape and material quality. Perfect as a nautical décor element, for marine collections, or as a prestige gift for sea enthusiasts.
Shipping
Careful packaging and trackable shipping.
The indicated cost refers to insured truck shipping for continental destinations.
For non-Italian islands, costs are higher but do not exceed the “Rest of World” rate shown in the listing.
Brass Buoy-Shaped Compass – Ø13 cm – With Teak Case – 1980s – Likely a Navy, Marine, or Military promo gadget.
Rare and fascinating collectible compass made of solid brass, molded into a small nautical lifebuoy shape.
A decorative yet functional object, typical of promotional or commemorative items from the professional maritime environment.
Completed by its elegant solid teak case, it enhances the maritime character and lends a classic, sturdy appearance, ideal for nautical instrument enthusiasts, collectors, and fans of naval design objects.
Main features
Type: lifebuoy-shaped compass
Material: solid brass
Lifebuoy diameter: 13 cm
Case: solid teak
Case dimensions: 15 × 15 × h 6 cm
Era: 1980s
Origin: probably a gadget of the Navy or military/marine promotional use
Condition: very good; light patina appropriate to age.
Notes
Unusual and sought-after item thanks to its distinctive shape and material quality. Perfect as a nautical décor element, for marine collections, or as a prestige gift for sea enthusiasts.
Shipping
Careful packaging and trackable shipping.
The indicated cost refers to insured truck shipping for continental destinations.
For non-Italian islands, costs are higher but do not exceed the “Rest of World” rate shown in the listing.
Details
Era
After 2000
Country of origin
Asia
Material
Brass
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
8.5 cm
Width
8.5 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated period
2000-2010
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