A nickel-plated brass, hunter cased pocket compass, dating from c.1900-1914. With an aluminium compass card, English bar needle, jewelled pivot, transit lock, and bevelled glass. The lid opens by means of a push button at the bow. There are no makers marks, but similar compass designs were produced by several well known makers - including Negretti & Zambra, Short & Mason, and Francis Barker - from the late Victorian era to the First World War.
Condition:
In very good condition and full working order, the compass finds North very well. The nickel plating of the brass case has some minor wear. The glass, needle, and compass card are in very good condition. The transit lock is working. The case hinge is strong, the push button opens the lid as it should, and the lid closes with a good firm snap.
Dimensions: 50mm diameter (70mm inc. loop)
