Ship's compass - Brass, Glass, Wood - Observator

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An Observator liquid compass in a gimbal ring and wooden case, made of brass, glass and wood.

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Description from the seller

An antique liquid-filled compass hanging in a Cardan ring. The compass has a diameter of 13.3 cm. Made by the well-known Dutch manufacturer Observator. The compass is dry but does work.
The compass hangs in an old wooden chest.
Many photos have been added so that the condition of the compass and chest can be assessed well.
Photos are part of the description.
The compass will be sent very well packed, insured and by registered mail with a track and trace code.
See also my other listings and potentially save on shipping costs.
Will not be shipped to the United States.

Seller's Story

,We specialize in antique maritime objects. But also more recent maritime objects, old measuring devices and other curiosities. The customer comes first with us. We try to handle everything as well as possible and to take care of the shipment in a very good way. If the buyer is not satisfied, we always come to a solution together. See our reviews for confirmation. We appreciate personal contact, even if there are complaints. If several lots are purchased in the same auction, we will calculate the cheapest shipping costs based on registered shipping. Shipping costs that are too much collected by Catawiki will be reimbursed to you afterwards

An antique liquid-filled compass hanging in a Cardan ring. The compass has a diameter of 13.3 cm. Made by the well-known Dutch manufacturer Observator. The compass is dry but does work.
The compass hangs in an old wooden chest.
Many photos have been added so that the condition of the compass and chest can be assessed well.
Photos are part of the description.
The compass will be sent very well packed, insured and by registered mail with a track and trace code.
See also my other listings and potentially save on shipping costs.
Will not be shipped to the United States.

Seller's Story

,We specialize in antique maritime objects. But also more recent maritime objects, old measuring devices and other curiosities. The customer comes first with us. We try to handle everything as well as possible and to take care of the shipment in a very good way. If the buyer is not satisfied, we always come to a solution together. See our reviews for confirmation. We appreciate personal contact, even if there are complaints. If several lots are purchased in the same auction, we will calculate the cheapest shipping costs based on registered shipping. Shipping costs that are too much collected by Catawiki will be reimbursed to you afterwards

Details

Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Observator
Country of origin
Netherlands
Material
Brass, Glass, Wood
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
14 cm
Width
19 cm
Depth
19 cm
Military Context
No
Weight
2600 g
Estimated period
1940-1950, 1950-1960
The NetherlandsVerified
5327
Objects sold
100%
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