William J. Young Four-vane Vernier Compass

Description:

William J. Young Four-vane Vernier Compass, made for Charles Kugler, c. 1831, lacquered brass instrument with four opposing vanes, rotating 6 1/2-in. silvered dial with fleur-de-lis representing north and engraved "Made for Chas. Kugler by W.J. Young Philad. 1831," blued-steel hand lifter knob below, with vernier scale and circular bubble level on arms, lg. 16 in.
Estimate $300-500

vanes are replaced.


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