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Robert Ludlow Shaw Vernier Compass, New York, c. 1865, 6-in. engraved silvered dial with fleur-de-lis representing North, and marked "R.L. Shaw 222 Water St. N.Y.," the dual spirit levels mounted to the south arm, with sighting vanes, housed in its original wooden case, lg. 16 1/2 in. Estimate $300-400 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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Date:
2020-10-19

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