Compass - Naval - Museum of Transport and Technology, New Zealand

Object detail

Accession number

2004.680

Description

Orange compass on base. Body is a 165 mm diameter cylinder painted orange around the side and grey on the base. The top is covered with glass surrounded by a metal rim on which is some lettering that is illegible. A compass in liquid is visible through the glass. Attached to the top is a glass prism and mirror on a stand that allows for it to be adjusted. The base is almost triangular with 2 holes.

Marks

No.5213 Embossed

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Metal
Processed Material/Glass

Collection

Fleet Air Arm Collection

Credit Line

Compass - Naval, 2004.680. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Component, Watercraft Compass, Binnacle Tools & Equipment for Communication Water Transportation Equipment Water Transportation Accessories

Collection type

Air and Space Transport

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Compass - Naval