Germany - Compass - 1750-1800

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Pocket diptych sundial in wood and black-engraved paper, with an integrated compass inside. List of major European cities with their respective latitudes on the lid. Germany, late 18th century. Marked on the dial David Beringer (1756-1821). Shipped via Mondial Relay.

Pocket diptych sundial in wood and black-engraved paper, with an integrated compass inside. List of major European cities with their respective latitudes on the lid. Germany, late 18th century. Marked on the dial David Beringer (1756-1821). Shipped via Mondial Relay.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Manufacturer/brand
David Beringer
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Germany
Material
Wood
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
1 cm
Width
5.5 cm
Depth
9 cm
Military Context
No
Estimated period
1750-1800
Sold by
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Objects sold
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