Sold for:
$1,126
$1,126
Pocket Thermometer and Compass, probably England, early 19th century, the 2 1/8 in. dia. bone scale with rope carved perimeter marked in Fahrenheit and Freezing , Temperate , Sumr. Heat and Blood Heat with front mounted circular glass mercury thermometer, the reverse with applied 7/8 in. dia. compass with cardinal points in block letters and a carved bezel all in a hinged red leather case, dia. cased, 2 5/8 in. 2 1/8 in. dia. bone scale is warped, thermometer and compass in working condition, usual distress on case.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2011-07-16
