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Two Nicholas Bion Pocket Compass / Sundial Combinations

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Two Nicholas Bion Pocket Compass / Sundial Combinations

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Two Nicholas Bion Pocket Compass / Sundial Combinations

France, 18th century, polygonal brass case with a bird shaped gnomon, engraved on the upper side with the name of the maker and "Paris" surrounded by Arabic and Roman Numerals, on the reverse a series of cities with corresponding latitudes.
1/4 x 3 x 2 1/2 in.
A similar compass is in the collection of the National Maritime Museum, London.
Private Collection of an Antiquarian, Charlotte, North Carolina
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com

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Good condition.

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Two Nicholas Bion Pocket Compass / Sundial Combinations

Name: Two Nicholas Bion Pocket Compass / Sundial Combinations
SKU: 145494017
Price: 850 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $50 - $25,000

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