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W. & L.E. Gurley Surveyor's Kit and Ship's Compass

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W. & L.E. Gurley Surveyor's Kit and Ship's Compass

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Description

American, late 19th/20th century, comprising: brass surveyor's compass in wood box, label for "W. & L.E. Gurley,/Manufacturers of/Civil Engineers and Surveyor's Instruments/Troy, N.Y. U.S.A", 1-1/2 x 5-1/8 x 4-5/8 in.; brass and metal ship's compass, unmarked, 4-3/4 x 8 in.

Provenance: Private Collection

Condition

some spotting and discoloration to brass elements; part of box lid broken but retained

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W. & L.E. Gurley Surveyor's Kit and Ship's Compass

Name: W. & L.E. Gurley Surveyor's Kit and Ship's Compass
SKU: 159889621
Price: 300 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $600

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