Compass & Case, Surveyor's
Object number1986.007.01a-f
DateUnknown Date
Mediumwood, brass, glass
Dimensions5 1/2 x 13 1/2 x 6 1/2 in. (14 x 34.3 x 16.5 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum Collection
Terms
- Compass, borehole
Brass Compass-glass front covering compass face. Engraved on face: "Eugene Dietzgen Co., 835, New Orleans" Brass arms extend out from top and bottom of compass face-two, small brass levels, one horizontal, one vertical, attached to upper brass arm, lower brass arm contains circular gauge and horizontal gauge with mechanism for adjustment/ Brass knobs (3 in all) interchangeable?/ 2 brass pieces, 5 1/2" long, included in case/ case is made of stained poplar(?), brass hinges, lock, hooks and eyes on outer portions of case...see file.
Status
Not on viewCollections
