04-12-201904-12-2019
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
April 12, 2019 10:00 AMCalender
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Two James Reed Surveyor's Compasses

Sell one like this
$523$425
Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 3230MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: April 12, 2019 10:00AM

Description:

Two James Reed Surveyor's Compasses, Washington and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, mid-19th century, early 6-in. dia. silvered dial reading "J. Reed Washington, Penna./No. 25," with a fleur-de-lis representing north, outkeeper, and two reproduction sighting vanes; and a James Reed & Co. no. 320 with vernier, (lacking needle and sighting vanes).
Estimate $300-500


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Keywords

James Reed & Co., James Reed Surveyor, Pittsburgh