Compass: Meteorite, Sestrel

Maker
Sestrel
 Production date
1935
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Object detail

Description
Dismantled brass compass in seven pieces. "Meteorite" on compass face. Manufactured by Sestrel in 1935.
Accession number
1991.116
Museum System ID
1124
Collection type
Objects
Classification
Compass
Maker and role
Sestrel: Maker
Media/Materials
Brass: 0 - Whole
Glass: c - glass cover
Measurements
185mm x 130mm x 38mm (LxWxH) 85mm x 130mm (HxD) (historic measurements)
Measurement details
3D objects (HxWxD): H 90 x W 130 x D 130mm: 0 - Whole
3D objects (HxWxD): H 20 x W 155 x D 155mm: e - gimbal
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Not on display

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