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SAMUEL THAXTER & SONS BRASS SURVEY COMPASS

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SAMUEL THAXTER & SONS BRASS SURVEY COMPASS

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Description

c. 1825-35, marked: S. Thaxter & Son/Boston
Samuel Thaxter, b. Hingham, MA 1769, d. Boston 1842
compass with silvered face having an engraved fleur d'lei at the North point, 5" needle
14.5"long; 6"diam.; original wood box with paper label
Thaxter is first listed in the 1796 Boston Directory as a mathematical instrument
maker.

Condition

Fine condition, complete with knuckle joint to fit into staff; level vials are full.

Absence of a condition statement does not imply the lot is in perfect condition, free from flaws, restoration, or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email or telephone to our gallery. Any condition statement given either verbally or written is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. CRN bears no responsibility for error or omission. All items are sold as is. All sales are final.

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SAMUEL THAXTER & SONS BRASS SURVEY COMPASS

Name: SAMUEL THAXTER & SONS BRASS SURVEY COMPASS
SKU: 65057361
Price: 500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $700 - $900

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Starting Price $350

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