Compass - Brass - Keuffel & Esser Co., New York , d’arpenteur professionnelle , niveau à bulle intégré , deux

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Antique brass surveying instrument by Keuffel & Esser Co., New York, dating to 1900–1930, with an integrated bubble level and two retractable alidades, in excellent condition with minimal wear; dimensions 11 cm depth, 10 cm height, 2 cm width, origin United States.

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Former professional surveyor's compass by Keuffel & Esser Co., New York, a precision instrument intended for topography, geodesy and surveying work. It features a large circular graduated dial, a magnetized needle, an integrated bubble level, as well as two foldable sighting alidades allowing precise alignment on a distant point. The underside has a threaded fitting allowing it to be mounted on a support or tripod. Beautiful American-made piece in blackened brass with brass elements and gilt inscriptions « Keuffel & Esser Co. New York ». Ancient scientific and topographic instrument, probably from the first third of the 20th century, circa 1900–1930, presenting a fine patina and signs of use consistent with its age. A beautiful collectible for enthusiasts of scientific instruments, geodesy, topography, surveying and old engineering equipment.

Authentic scientific and maritime instrument, ideal for a collection of ancient navigation, scientific instruments or nautical decoration. (theodolite, microscope, sextant, compass)

Former professional surveyor's compass by Keuffel & Esser Co., New York, a precision instrument intended for topography, geodesy and surveying work. It features a large circular graduated dial, a magnetized needle, an integrated bubble level, as well as two foldable sighting alidades allowing precise alignment on a distant point. The underside has a threaded fitting allowing it to be mounted on a support or tripod. Beautiful American-made piece in blackened brass with brass elements and gilt inscriptions « Keuffel & Esser Co. New York ». Ancient scientific and topographic instrument, probably from the first third of the 20th century, circa 1900–1930, presenting a fine patina and signs of use consistent with its age. A beautiful collectible for enthusiasts of scientific instruments, geodesy, topography, surveying and old engineering equipment.

Authentic scientific and maritime instrument, ideal for a collection of ancient navigation, scientific instruments or nautical decoration. (theodolite, microscope, sextant, compass)

Details

Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Keuffel & Esser Co., New York , d’arpenteur professionnelle , niveau à bulle intégré , deux
Country of origin
United States
Material
Brass
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
10 cm
Width
2 cm
Depth
11 cm
Estimated period
1900-1930
Sold by
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Objects sold
Private

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