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A late 19thC dry card compass by Lord Kelvin of Glasgow,

Estimate $300 - $600
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Lot Details

the compass card also named James White, detailed on Japan paper, showing some faults, with silk threads holding bar magnets and cap. Diameter: 11". In brass bowled case with brass screw-down bezel. Dia.280mm. H.185mm.

A late 19thC dry card compass by Lord Kelvin of Glasgow, Image 1++
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