Compass - Brass - Keuffel & Esser Co.

Former professional surveyor's compass by Keuffel & Esser Co., New York, a precision instrument intended for topography, geodesy and surveying work. It features a large circular graduated dial, a magnetized needle, an integrated bubble level, as well as two foldable sighting alidades allowing precise alignment on a distant point. The underside has a threaded fitting allowing it to be mounted on a support or tripod. Beautiful American-made piece in blackened brass with brass elements and gilt inscriptions « Keuffel & Esser Co. New York ». Ancient scientific and topographic instrument, probably from the first third of the 20th century, circa 1900–1930, presenting a fine patina and signs of use consistent with its age. A beautiful collectible for enthusiasts of scientific instruments, geodesy, topography, surveying and old engineering equipment. Authentic scientific and maritime instrument, ideal for a collection of ancient navigation, scientific instruments or nautical decoration. (theodolite, microscope, sextant, compass)

Schätzpreis:€140

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