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Rare Reducing Compass, c. 1770

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Description

Rare Reducing Compass, c. 1770
Germany, fixed pivot, enlargement factor 2, brass, steel hinge and points, length 7 ½ in.

Seltener "Goldener Schnitt"-Zirkel, um 1770
Reduktionszirkel, Deutschland, mit feststehendem Winkel, Übertragungen im Verhältnis 1:2, Messing, Scharnier und Spitzen aus Stahl, Länge 19,2 cm.

Start Price: EUR 160

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Rare Reducing Compass, c. 1770

Name: Rare Reducing Compass, c. 1770
SKU: 151530027
Price: 160 EUR
Availability: InStock

Estimate €300 - €500

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Starting Price €160

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