H & F Müller Trieste – Antique Ship’s Navigation Compass – Brass Gimbal Maritime Instrument – Late 19th Century Description: Rare and authentic antique ship’s navigation compass manufactured by H & F Müller, Trieste, a respected maker of maritime instruments. This heavy professional compass dates from the late 19th century to early 20th century (approximately 1880–1925). Comparable H & F Müller Trieste navigation compasses are documented in museum collections, including examples attributed to the Compagnie Générale de Navigation (CGN) on Lake Geneva. The compass is housed in its original brass gimbal suspension, allowing the instrument to remain level during movement at sea. It features a robust black painted metal body, glass cover, and original compass card with a 360-degree scale and traditional nautical direction markings. The maker’s plate is clearly marked: “H & F MÜLLER TRIESTE” Trieste was one of Europe’s most important maritime centres during this period, part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire before becoming Italy, making this an interesting historical nautical object. A beautiful collector’s piece suitable for: * maritime collections * antique scientific instrument collectors * yacht/ship decoration * industrial and nautical interiors Details: • Object: Ship’s / marine navigation compass • Manufacturer: H & F Müller, Trieste • Period: Late 19th century – early 20th century • Estimated date: circa 1880–1925 • Origin: Trieste (historical Austro-Hungarian Empire / present-day Italy) • Materials: Brass, metal, glass, paper compass card • Diameter: approx. 20 cm • Height: approx. 13 cm • Weight: approx. 4.5 kg Condition: Original antique condition with beautiful age-related patina. Visible signs of use, paint wear, scratches and oxidation consistent with its maritime age and history. The wear contributes to its authentic character. Please view all photos carefully as they form part of the description. Sold as an antique collectible maritime instrument; accuracy as a navigational device has not been tested. A rare and impressive piece of European nautical history by H & F Müller Trieste.