Pocket compass

Bowl-Gilt with glazed top.
Card-Dia. 3.4cm White enamel with black markings. Graduated to 16 points.
Needle-Length 1.2" (3.05cm) Blued steel needle with brass pivot cap at centre.

Object Details

ID: NAV0419
Type: Pocket compass
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: circa 1761
People: Steevens, Charles
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 10 mm; Diameter: 33 mm