Azimuth compass, British., 1760-1780

Made:
1760-1780 in City of London
maker:
Dollond family
Azimuth compass with mahogany body, by Dollond family, London

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Azimuth compass with mahogany body, by Dollond family, London
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Azimuth compass with mahogany body, by Dollond family, London, 1760-1780.

Details

Category:
Surveying
Object Number:
1912-243
Materials:
mahogany (wood), brass (copper, zinc alloy), silver (metal), steel (metal) and glass
Measurements:
overall: 55 mm x 180 mm x 152 mm, 1.025kg
type:
variation compass and magnetic compass
credit:
Court, Thomas Henry