Lot 2258

W. & L. E. Gurley Surveyors Compass and Cased Portable Measures Set

Similar Sale History

View More Items in Compasses

Sold

A W. & L.E. Gurley Compass.: A W. & L.E. Gurley Compass. Set within a wood case. Top of case is stamped 1918. Together with an additional wood case compass and an F. Barker & Son pocket compass Gurley Case: 3.25" x 3 1/8"

2016A W. & L.E. Gurley Compass.See Sold Price

Sold

Two W. & L.E. Gurley Surveyor's Vernier Compasses, Troy, New York,: Two W. & L.E. Gurley Surveyor's Vernier Compasses, Troy, New York, Both with 6-in. dia. engraved silvered dials, verniers on the southern arm, sighting vanes, outkeeper's, and labeled fitted boxes. F

Two W. & L.E. Gurley Surveyor's Vernier Compasses, Troy, New York,See Sold Price

Sold

New York Surveyer's Compass and Accessories: ca 1860-1880. A Vernoer surveyor's compass by W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy, New York, of lacquered brass and silvered 5.75" diameter dial, fleur-de-lis at North; East and West points reversed, blued steel n

2019New York Surveyer's Compass and AccessoriesSee Sold Price

Sold

Amazing large size Surveyors Compass or a circumferentor.: Amazing large size Surveyors Compass or a circumferentor. Within a wooden hinged box that looks original. Made by W. L. E. Gurley - TROY, NY stamped Heavy brass center piece with brass accessories in

2022Amazing large size Surveyors Compass or a circumferentor.See Sold Price

Sold

W. & L. E. Gurley Surveyor Transit and Tripod: American; late 19th / early 20th century; brass transit compass by W. & L. E. Gurley, Troy, New York; scope 8 3/4"L; compass needle 4 1/2"L; wooden tripod with brass tipped feet; wear to finish on bra

2024W. & L. E. Gurley Surveyor Transit and TripodSee Sold Price

Sold

LIETZ MODEL 115 SURVEY TRANSIT & GURLEY COMPASS: (lot of 2) Surveying instruments: (1) Lietz Model 115 surveyors transit, appearing in excellent condition, two plumb bobs, housed in wood case: 12.5"h, 9"w, 6.75"d; (1) W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy, New Yor

2016LIETZ MODEL 115 SURVEY TRANSIT & GURLEY COMPASSSee Sold Price

Sold

W & LE Gurley Compass: WWII Compass in original waxed canvas bag. Condition: Minor dings and scratches. Bag snaps closed nicely and presents well. Dimensions: Bag: H 3.5" x W 4" Compass: L 3"

2023W & LE Gurley CompassSee Sold Price

Sold

W. & L.E. Gurley Brass Compass: DESCRIPTION: A Brass Compass by W. & L.E. Gurley, Troy, New York. Features a compass dial signed by maker, needle dial calibrated 0-90 in four quadrants, blued steel hand, dual spirit levels, vernier

2019W. & L.E. Gurley Brass CompassSee Sold Price

Sold

WWII W & LE Gurley Military Compass Troy, Ohio: Needs a good cleaning but it is functioning!

2020WWII W & LE Gurley Military Compass Troy, OhioSee Sold Price

Sold

FINE & RARE SURVEYOR’S COMPASS AND TRIPOD: By W. & L.E. Gurley of Troy, N.Y. This nice example with original box for the compass. The box is made of mahogany. Compass retains its original lacquered surface which is in very fine condition and t

2022FINE & RARE SURVEYOR’S COMPASS AND TRIPODSee Sold Price

Sold

L. COLTON NEW YORK 19TH CENTURY CASED SURVEYOR'S COMPASS.: Length 14 inches. In original fitted box. Glass is loose.

2024L. COLTON NEW YORK 19TH CENTURY CASED SURVEYOR'S COMPASS.See Sold Price

Sold

Lacquered Brass Surveyors Compass, J. QUEEN & Co: Silvered 4.75" face signed "Ja W. Queen & Co Philadelphia" and "Warranted", with blued steel indicator hands with Fleur-de-lis north mark and "E S W" directions with outer dial divided into 90 Degree

2015Lacquered Brass Surveyors Compass, J. QUEEN & CoSee Sold Price

Sold

Antique E. & G. W. Blunt Surveying Compass: Antique brass surveyor's compass with stand and box. Maker's mark reads "E. & G. W. Blunt, NEW YORK" Imperfections. Dimensions: 59" H x 38" W x 31" D (on stand). (tool, instrument, scientific instrume

2018Antique E. & G. W. Blunt Surveying CompassSee Sold Price

Sold

Compass & 3 Measuring Sticks: Instruments group includes: Two folding measuring sticks and one 6" advertising ruler. Ross London brass compass in box. Measures 4"L x 2.5"W. Condition report: Good condition, please examine all phot

2023Compass & 3 Measuring SticksSee Sold Price

Sold

Feng Shui Geomancy Compass Set and Case, Qing Dynasty: China, Qing dynasty Dimensions: 1: 7" (17.8cm) Dia; 2: 6 5/8 (16.8cm) Dia; 3: 4 1/2" (11.4cm) L, 2 1/8" (5.4cm) W, 5/8" (1.6cm) H Comprising a circular compass, and a compact sundial compass, with cov

2022Feng Shui Geomancy Compass Set and Case, Qing DynastySee Sold Price

Sold

Browne & Sons Brass Nautical Binnacle Compass: Henry Brown & Son English brass cased binnacle compass on wood base. Measures 22"H x 13"W. Condition report: Common wear for age and use, please examine all photos closely. Contact C. Biddle Auction G

2022Browne & Sons Brass Nautical Binnacle CompassSee Sold Price

Related Compasses

Nautical Brass Alidade Compass: Nautical brass alidade compass with functional telescope, and bubble level. Used by surveyors to align and measure vertical and horizontal angles. Solid brass, with a magnetic compass mounted beneath

Jun 01, 2024Nautical Brass Alidade Compass

$200

FOUR MARINE-RELATED ITEMS 19th/20th Century: FOUR MARINE-RELATED ITEMS19th/20th Century1) Chinese turned hardwood compass. Diameter 5.25".2) Wood and glass 32-hour hourglass. Height 6.5". Width 4".3) Portable brass oil lamp. Height 9".4) Gimbale

3 days LeftFOUR MARINE-RELATED ITEMS 19th/20th Century

$100

Solid Brass Alidade Compass 14": Solid Brass Alidade Compass 14" The Brass Alidade Compass with telescope and bubble level is a beautiful desktop nautical gem or can rest perfectly on a mantel or bookshelf. This solid brass alida

3 days LeftSolid Brass Alidade Compass 14"

$350

7" Solid Brass Alidade Compass: 7" Solid Brass Alidade Compass The Brass Alidade Compass with Telescope and Bubble Level is a beautiful desktop nautical gem or can rest perfectly on a mantel or bookshelf. This solid brass alida

Jun 06, 20247" Solid Brass Alidade Compass

$130

Live NowPorsche Design Full Set Compass

Rare Antique 18th Cent. Japanese Brass & Silver Scaphe Dial & Compass: This ornate antique scaphe dial was made in Japan in the late 18th or early 19th Century, features a hinged lid, and contains a compass. The outer case is silver with brass rims and a brass push-butto

May 30, 2024Rare Antique 18th Cent. Japanese Brass & Silver Scaphe Dial & Compass

$400

Compass Rose, Brass: Brass Compass Rose. Measures approx. 12 1/4" diameter.

Jun 01, 2024Compass Rose, Brass

$20

Brass Wing Sundial w Lid Pocket Watch Compass: Reserve: $20.00 Shipping: Domestic: Flat-rate of $7.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination. International shipping may be subject

1 day LeftBrass Wing Sundial w Lid Pocket Watch Compass

$15

Edge mark compass made in W. Germany liquid filled: Edge mark compass made in W. Germany liquid filled Please view all photos as they are part of the description and condition of this Item, Feel free to contact me with questions or picture requests! Us

6 days LeftEdge mark compass made in W. Germany liquid filled

$18

BRASS SHIP'S BINNACLE COMPASS: DIAL MRKD. W. LUDOLPH, BREMERHAVEN. CONVERTED TO LAMP WITH WOODEN BASE. 13 1/2" X 10". TOTAL SIZE IS 30" X 12". PLEASE READ CAREFULLY - Terms for Purchasing and Shipping of Auction Items. Please read

6 days LeftBRASS SHIP'S BINNACLE COMPASS

$50

Antique Hughes Son London Hand Nautical Compass: Antique H Hughes and Son London Handheld Nautical Compass. Type 06 No. 0372. 9.5 inches H x 4 W.

May 25, 2024Antique Hughes Son London Hand Nautical Compass

CA$40

Antique Chinese Hardwood Loupan Feng Shui Compass c19th century. Two parts: Antique Chinese Hardwood Loupan Feng Shui Compass c19th century. Two parts, one with the glass covered compass. Finely marked characters on flat sides of the circular wood plaques. Measures Approx.: 8

Jun 02, 2024Antique Chinese Hardwood Loupan Feng Shui Compass c19th century. Two parts

$200

USCE Fob Metal Compass: Pocket Fob compass in silver tone metal. Reads USCE. Measures 2.5 in. Long, 1.75 in. Wide. Does not snap closed. Compass is removable. Wear to metal. Vintage USCE Compass, Pocket compass, Metal Fob Co

2 days LeftUSCE Fob Metal Compass

$10

A gold and silver inlaid bronze compass: H:9cm W:16cm

3 days LeftA gold and silver inlaid bronze compass

¥20,000

2012 JEEP COMPASS 4 DOOR SUV, 74,262 MILES: 2012 JEEP COMPASS 4 DOOR SUV, VIN #1C4NJDEB9CD663696, 74,262 MILES

5 days Left2012 JEEP COMPASS 4 DOOR SUV, 74,262 MILES

$300

Awesome Gold/Brass Military Prismatic Compass: Beautiful Condition – Multiple Photos Posted

May 23, 2024Awesome Gold/Brass Military Prismatic Compass

$10

More Items in Compasses

5 days Left2012 JEEP COMPASS 4 DOOR SUV, 74,262 MILES

$300

French eggshell lacquer compass table: French eggshell lacquer compass table, c. 1940s, France, white craquelure lacquer on wood, decorated as a sundial with faux stone inlay, 26"dia, married to a Venetian giltwood dolphin base, 32"h Prove

2 days LeftFrench eggshell lacquer compass table

$350

2 days LeftUSCE Fob Metal Compass

$10

Antique Nautical Compass in Wood Box Merrill New York , 7 in. x 10 in: Antique Nautical Compass in Wood Box Merrill New York, needs face hand arrow, see pictures. size: 7x10

Live NowAntique Nautical Compass in Wood Box Merrill New York , 7 in. x 10 in

$130

3 days LeftFOUR MARINE-RELATED ITEMS 19th/20th Century

$100

Old Gimballed Compass in Jointed Oak Case, 4 1/8" x 5" x 5".: Old Gimballed Compass in Jointed Oak Case, 4 1/8" x 5" x 5".

22 hrs LeftOld Gimballed Compass in Jointed Oak Case, 4 1/8" x 5" x 5".

CA$25

May 22, 2024Brass Cook-Hall compass

$20

Dated 1917 Kelvin & Hughes Ornate Brunton Compass: Very Cool Piece in Beautiful Condition – Heavy and Ornate - We Do Not Know how old this piece is therefore it is being Sold as a Collectible Novelty Shelf Piece AS-IS / Multiple Photos Posted

May 23, 2024Dated 1917 Kelvin & Hughes Ornate Brunton Compass

$22

May 25, 2024Antique Hughes Son London Hand Nautical Compass

CA$40

Live NowPorsche Design Full Set Compass

Turned Mahagony Wood and Brass Compass: 2 3/4" Wide x 1 1/4" Tall Reserve: $25.00 Shipping: Domestic: Flat-rate of $8.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination. Internation

1 day LeftTurned Mahagony Wood and Brass Compass

$20

May 23, 2024Awesome Gold/Brass Military Prismatic Compass

$10

6 days LeftBRASS SHIP'S BINNACLE COMPASS

$50

Ornate Brass Nautical Screw top Perpetual Calendar Compass: Very cool piece in excellent condition. We do not know its age and there are no manufacturer marks. This is Not an Antique. Multiple Photos Posted

May 23, 2024Ornate Brass Nautical Screw top Perpetual Calendar Compass

2 US Military Compasses & WWII 3 Rats Pin

$18

Vintage Brass Ship’s Nautical Maritime Compass: Vintage Brass Ship’s Nautical Maritime Compass

6 days LeftVintage Brass Ship’s Nautical Maritime Compass

$10

Recommended Scientific & Medical Objects

5 days Left2012 JEEP COMPASS 4 DOOR SUV, 74,262 MILES

$300

Binoculars Captured by Forrest's Cavalry, 1st Murfreesboro: Confederate Captured Union binoculars. Inscription etched into enamel: "July 13 1862 / Tak[en at] Murfrees / boro [Tenn by] / Forrest / J.L.Watkins". Provenance: Tennessee collection. A pair of Federa

2 days LeftBinoculars Captured by Forrest's Cavalry, 1st Murfreesboro

$275

Grant's Medical Bill & Lincoln's Great-Granddaughter (Archive): An archive of three letters related to the Grant family. The first letter was written between two of the Doctors involved in Ulysses S. Grant's end-of-life care and concerns payment for their service.

12 hrs LeftGrant's Medical Bill & Lincoln's Great-Granddaughter (Archive)

$250

Jun 15, 20242275-FROSTIE ROOT BEER THERMOMETER

$350

Gae Aulenti (Italian, 1927-2012) Pair of Pipistrello Telescoping LampsMartinelli Luce S.p.A., Italy: Gae Aulenti (Italian, 1927-2012) Pair of Pipistrello Telescoping LampsMartinelli Luce S.p.A., Italy molded plastic, chrome-plated and enameled steel 28 1/2 h x 22 dia in

May 21, 2024Gae Aulenti (Italian, 1927-2012) Pair of Pipistrello Telescoping LampsMartinelli Luce S.p.A., Italy

$1,100

C. Tarelli George III Mahogany Barometer, 19th C.: George III Inlaid Mahogany Barometer-Thermometer by C. Tarelli, Northampton, incorporating damp/dry, thermometer and barometer dials, signed "C. Tarelli / Northampton" on dial, circa mid-nineteenth ce

14 hrs LeftC. Tarelli George III Mahogany Barometer, 19th C.

$125

TWENTY ANTIQUE QUACK MEDICAL MACHINES INCLUDING ABRAMS: More than twenty quack/questionable medical machines/devices including. -A DINSHAH GHADIALI SPECTRO-CHROME QUACK MEDICAL DEVICE invented by one of Americas most notorious fakes, Colonel Dinshah P. Gha

3 days LeftTWENTY ANTIQUE QUACK MEDICAL MACHINES INCLUDING ABRAMS

$50

H. A. Clum, Rochester Antique Stick Barometer: H. A. Clum, Rochester, NY, BarometerOriginal finish. Original paper dials. Very good. Ht. 38" Est.

6 days LeftH. A. Clum, Rochester Antique Stick Barometer

$50

Black Forest wood carved barometer: with stag, rabbit, game bird, 32"h, 17"w

May 22, 2024Black Forest wood carved barometer

$100

2 days LeftFrench eggshell lacquer compass table

$350

Jun 15, 20242208-COCA-COLA THERMOMETER

$175

German M35 painted Combat Medic Helmet: Small size, possible Nurse? Has 21549 manufacturing code stamped inside helmet

May 25, 2024German M35 painted Combat Medic Helmet

Jun 15, 20242273-J.P. SMITH SHOE COMPANY THERMOMETER

$125

American Mahogany Stick Barometer, B. Pike & Son, New York: An American Mahogany Stick Barometer, B. Pike & Son, New York, Second Quarter 19th Century. The arched silvered dial fitted with a thermometer and inscribed "B. Pike & Son / New

6 days LeftAmerican Mahogany Stick Barometer, B. Pike & Son, New York

$250

$W. & S. Jones Brass Refracting Table Telescope First half 19th century: v>signed W & S JONES, 30. Holborn LONDON, in a fitted mahogany case with makers printed paper label to underside of lid: 'W. & S. JONES, PHILOSOPHICAL, MATHEMATICAL, AND OPTICAL INSTRUMENT MAK$

May 22, 2024W. & S. Jones Brass Refracting Table Telescope First half 19th century

$300

Jun 15, 20242280-RISLONE OIL THERMOMETER

$100

W. & L. E. Gurley Surveyors Compass and Cased Portable Measures Set

Item Details

Description

W. & L. E. Gurley Surveyors Compass and Cased Portable Measures Set

Troy, New York (founded in 1862), first a traveling boxed set of nickel-plated Pint, 1/2 Pint, and Gill size portable measures for sealer use, circa 1910, with glass slicker and a 2 oz. etched glass footed graduate, Gurley Catalog No. 9934, within a fitted poplar case with leather strap, labeled to interior lid (7 x 11 1/2 x 9 1/4 in.); the second an early 20th century brass surveyors compass, inscribed W & L.E. Gurley, Troy, N.Y. to dial. (15 x 6 x 10 in.).
From the Collection of Quincy and Betty Scarborough, Fayetteville, North Carolina
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com

Condition

Compass with some spotting and surface wear to brass, one arm with slight bend; missing dial hand and glass dial cover; cased set missing quart measure, some surface scuffs to box and leather strap commensurate with age.

Buyer's Premium

W. & L. E. Gurley Surveyors Compass and Cased Portable Measures Set

Name: W. & L. E. Gurley Surveyors Compass and Cased Portable Measures Set
SKU: 166898769
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $50 - $25,000

See Sold Price

Starting Price $50

Sell a Similar Item

4 bidders are watching this item.

Shipping & Pickup Options

Item located in Hillsborough, NC, us

See Policy for Shipping

Payment

Leland Little

TOP RATED

Hillsborough, NC, United States

632 Reviews

21,240 Followers