United Kingdom - Mariner's compass - 1850-1900
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Antique marine compass from Scottish maker Matheson, Maker to the Royal Navy, Leith, United Kingdom, dating to the late 19th century (c. 1885–1900) with brass gimbal suspension, original glass cover and wooden transport case, dimensions 30 cm (W) x 30 cm (D) x 22 cm (H), weight about 5.5 g, unrestored interior mechanism with no liquid, decorative compass rose with traditional wind directions and Fleur-de-Lis north mark.
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For sale is an authentic antique ship's compass / marine compass from the Scottish maker Matheson, Leith, with the original labeling:
“Matheson, Maker to the Royal Navy, Leith”
The compass dates, in my estimation, from the late 19th century, presumably the period between about 1885 and 1900.
It is a classic nautical gimbal compass with a brass finish and a genuine wooden carrying case.
The design of the compass rose with a fine degree scale, traditional wind directions, and a decorative Fleur-de-Lis north marker corresponds to typical British naval instruments of that era.
The compass is in authentic, unrestored original condition with a beautiful age-related patina.
Included:
- original compass rose
- original brass gimbal suspension
- glass cover
- original wooden carry case
The surface shows age-appropriate signs of use and oxidation, fitting for the age of the object.
The inner mechanism is in need of restoration and the fluid is no longer present. The item is therefore explicitly offered as a historical collector’s item and restoration project.
Nevertheless, the compass possesses a very decorative and authentic appearance.
Included in the sale:
Ship's compass
Original wooden carrying case
Shipping:
Carefully and transport-secure insured shipping.
For sale is an authentic antique ship's compass / marine compass from the Scottish maker Matheson, Leith, with the original labeling:
“Matheson, Maker to the Royal Navy, Leith”
The compass dates, in my estimation, from the late 19th century, presumably the period between about 1885 and 1900.
It is a classic nautical gimbal compass with a brass finish and a genuine wooden carrying case.
The design of the compass rose with a fine degree scale, traditional wind directions, and a decorative Fleur-de-Lis north marker corresponds to typical British naval instruments of that era.
The compass is in authentic, unrestored original condition with a beautiful age-related patina.
Included:
- original compass rose
- original brass gimbal suspension
- glass cover
- original wooden carry case
The surface shows age-appropriate signs of use and oxidation, fitting for the age of the object.
The inner mechanism is in need of restoration and the fluid is no longer present. The item is therefore explicitly offered as a historical collector’s item and restoration project.
Nevertheless, the compass possesses a very decorative and authentic appearance.
Included in the sale:
Ship's compass
Original wooden carrying case
Shipping:
Carefully and transport-secure insured shipping.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Manufacturer/brand
Matheson, Maker of the royal Navy, Leith
Specific region of origin
Schottland
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
Brass
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
22 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
30 cm
Weight
5.5 g
Estimated period
1850-1900
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