Authentic Models CO017 Collector s Compass

AM was created more than 40 years ago in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. AM's expertise and interests go back many centuries. Its collection of furniture, artifacts and accessories is inspired by the age of exploration, maritime history, cartography and more… Our never ending quest for unique objects and designs, coupled with our goal to share their stories with a dedicated audience. Now, in the 21st C. AM is eminently placed to offer its unique collection to the world at large, with our collection shown in major cities the world over. Its origin was from ancient China. Considered an instrument of magic by many, it was used primarily for Feng Shui purposes. Taken to the West it introduced open-sea navigation. Sailing vessels no longer needed to hug the coast.This 'Collector's' compass was originally created for the scientific instrument collection of King George IV. Its elegant design features gimbal-rings, which serve to keep the compass bowl horizontal, regardless of how much the vessel is heeling over.Hand-tooled in admiralty brass.Size: 4.25" x 5.5" x 7.75".

Authentic Models CO017 Collector s Compass

• Dimensions: 4.68 inches (H) x 5.58 inches (W) x 5.19 inches (L)
• Weight: 17.0 pounds

• Made in China