Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
James Reed & Co., James Reed Surveyor, PittsburghJonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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