Lodestone

Lodestone mounted in moulded brass with keep plate. Steel keeper with suspension loop.

Object Details

ID: NAV0704
Collection: Astronomical and navigational instruments
Type: Lodestone
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: circa 1750
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Caird Collection
Measurements: Overall: 30 mm x 45 mm x 82 mm
Parts: Lodestone