Richard Patten & Son Surveyor's Compass

Description:

Richard Patten & Son Surveyor's Compass, New York, c. 1825, 4 1/4-in. dia. engraved silvered dial signed "Rich d Patten, New York," engraved star pattern with compass points in block lettering and a fleur-de-lis at north, needle ring engraved 0-90 in four quadrants, blued-steel hand, brass lifter, spirit level, and vanes, in a dovetailed carrying case.
Estimate $1,500-2,500

case top replaced, has original tripod mount


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