A DRY CARD COMPASS BY SPENCER, BROWNING AND RUST, LONDON, CIRCA 1840

the 5¾in. diameter card signed as per title and laid to mica disc with newspaper lining with wax balancing and steel bar secured with brass pivot, mounted in hand peened brass bowl with lead ballast and gimbal mounted within wooden box with sliding lid -- 9in. (23cm.) wide

Condition Report

Card time-stained, torn in two places and reapplied to disk, newspaper lining lifting and steel bar rusting.

We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.