Early 19th C., Ca. 1820's Wooden Cased Pocket Compass in Excellent Working Condition

Beautiful, early 19th century, circa 1820's wooden cased pocket compass in excellent working condition. The compass housing is set inside a wood case and topped with a brass ring. The cover features a brass closure, and two brass hinges. The index pointer shows a fleur-de-lis instead of an "N" for North. The needle is blue and features the letter "S" and "N" painted on each end.

Circa 1820's

Approximately 2-9/16" x 2-9/16" x 3/4"; Housing: 2-1/8" in diameter

Stained mahogany, brass, paper, ink, paint

Brass hinges, brass locking arm latch

None.

This is from a hunting and fishing collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VEJM15 LBDEX8/16 SBJJX10/16

9- (Excellent+): The compass shows mild wear, the wood case is beautiful, overall excellent working condition.

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.