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L. COLTON NEW YORK 19TH CENTURY CASED SURVEYOR'S COMPASS.

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L. COLTON NEW YORK 19TH CENTURY CASED SURVEYOR'S COMPASS.

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Length 14 inches. In original fitted box. Glass is loose.

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L. COLTON NEW YORK 19TH CENTURY CASED SURVEYOR'S COMPASS.

Name: L. COLTON NEW YORK 19TH CENTURY CASED SURVEYOR'S COMPASS.
SKU: 174715392
Price: 350 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

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