#54 • Antique standing compass

Part of Maritime Artifacts & Nautical Antiques, Branford CT (timed auction by Adams Auctioneers & Appraisers)

High bid $1,180.00

Status: Sold

Antique nautical standing compass with brass tag labeled “Manufactured by Kelvin and Hughes Marine Instruments lmtd. London, Glasgow, Liverpool, and Aberdeen”. Top reads “Husun motorship non resonant suspension patent #13225”. Unsure if it is complete, see pictures. Total width 32” including arms, diameter 15”, Height 45”. No key for lower compartments. Believed to be authentic antique.