Very unusual marine pocket compass with gimbal. Brass case with lid and chrome plated gimbal holds mother-of-pearl dry card compass. Marked H.Hughes & Son, London. Gimbal retractable with mechanical stop. Circa 1880.
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Measures 1.75" diameter. Great working condition. Minor wear to lid hinge.
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