Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Joseph R. Harbeson Surveyor's Compass, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, mid-19th century, 5 1/2-in. dia. silvered dial with fleur-de-lis representing north, engraved in script "Jos. R. Harbeson/Maker/Philadelphia," blued needle, dual spirit levels and outkeeper, housed in its original walnut box with two paper labels.
Provenance: Richard Miller Collection.
Estimate $200-300
sighting vanes appear to be replacements.
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
Richard Miller, Joseph R. Harbeson, PhiladelphiaJonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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