Compound needle

1st set-Six flat bar needles in two banks of three, separated by four wooden rollers.
2nd set- Four flat bar needles in two banks of two, separated by four wooden rollers.
In fitted wooden box containing two metal blocks (magnetic). Dimensions of box 17.7cm x 6.4cm x 2.5cm

Object Details

ID: ACO0436
Type: Compound needle
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: circa 1840
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Admiralty Compass Observatory
Measurements: Weight: .15 kg
Parts: Compound needle
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