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William Helfricht Vernier Compass, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, mid-19th century, 5 1/2-in. engraved silvered dial reading "Wm. Helfricht Maker/Philada.," with fleur-de-lis marked "Warranted" in the banner, outkeeper scale from 1-16, and dual spirit levels, lg. 14 in. Estimate $200-400 one vane has repair to joint. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.


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