Richard Patten & Son Surveyor's Compass

Description:

Richard Patten & Son Surveyor's Compass, Baltimore, Maryland, c. 1855, 6-in. engraved silvered dial with cardinal and intercardinal points, fleur-de-lis representing north, and engraved "Richard Patten & Son/Baltimore, Md.," dual spirit levels, housed in the original pine case, (lacking needle and vanes),lg. 14 1/2 in.

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Estimate $200-400


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