Adler AIS | Details

Object number

A-26
Classification

Surveying
Object name

Compass
Title

Compass: Surveyor's
Creator

Rittenhouse, Benjamin
Description

Vernier compass; Benjamin Rittenhouse style. Bilevel compass rose with 8 points and 0-90-0-90-0 every 1°. East and west points reversed. Fleur-de-lys at north. Bar needle type 59; jeweled pivot. Needle brake. Vernier to 5' on arm.
Inscription/Sig.

"Benjamin Rittenhouse Fecit 1790"
Material

brass
Place Of Prod.

United States

Dimensions

Frame