Dry compass

Card-Paper, black with white markings, graduated to 32 points. Has metal rim to card which is graduated quadrantally in degrees. Rim is held rigid by needle. Decorated East point.
Needle-Flat edge bar type tapered finishing with flat end which is screwed to metal rim of card. Hole at centre to accommodate pivot cap, length 5" (12.7cm). Has one moveable counter -balance weight.
Pivot- Cone-shaped brass pivot cap with large jewel at top.

Object Details

ID: ACO0913
Type: Dry compass
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: circa 1800
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Admiralty Compass Observatory
Measurements: Overall: 10 mm; Diameter: 130 mm