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London Surveyor's Plain Compass, 19th century,

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London Surveyor's Plain Compass, 19th century, 4-in. dia. engraved silvered dial marked, 'Bate, London,' with cardinal and intercardinal points, 0-360 outer scale, sighting vanes, and housed in a fitted box. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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London Surveyor's Plain Compass, 19th century,

Name: London Surveyor's Plain Compass, 19th century,
SKU: 174399829
Price: 120 USD
Availability: InStock

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