Ship's compass - Brass, Wood, Paper - Observator
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This Observator dry compass, made around 1900–1920, is mounted in a gimbal and housed in a wooden box with a lid.
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Description from the seller
An old dry compass hanging in a cardan ring. Made by the well-known Dutch manufacturer Observator.
The compass hangs in a beautiful wooden box with a lid and still works well.
The dimensions are those of the box. The compass has a diameter of 14 cm.
Many photos added so that the condition of the compass and box can be assessed well.
Photos are part of the description.
The compass will be very well packaged, insured and sent by registered mail with a track and trace code.
Also see my other lots and you may 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 old dry compass hanging in a cardan ring. Made by the well-known Dutch manufacturer Observator.
The compass hangs in a beautiful wooden box with a lid and still works well.
The dimensions are those of the box. The compass has a diameter of 14 cm.
Many photos added so that the condition of the compass and box can be assessed well.
Photos are part of the description.
The compass will be very well packaged, insured and sent by registered mail with a track and trace code.
Also see my other lots and you may 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, Paper, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
14 cm
Width
21 cm
Depth
21 cm
Military Context
No
Weight
2300 g
Estimated period
1900-1910, 1910-1920
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