Dividers

Mariners use dividers for measuring distances on charts. This pair is made of brass with steel points.

Object Details

ID: NAV0546
Collection: Astronomical and navigational instruments
Type: Dividers
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: circa 1770
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 7 mm x 124 mm x 10 mm