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    Posted 8 years ago

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    completefl…
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    looking for info and value. i have no idea about this older stuff.
    any help would be great. i appreciate your opinions. i cant find a serial number.
    box is 7.5 inch x 8 inch x 4.5 inch tall.
    E.S. Ritchie and Sons Boston (on rim of compass)
    sold by t.s & j.d. negus New York (on center ball inside)

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    1. UncleRon UncleRon, 8 years ago
      Need size and any marks referencing the maker, location, etc..
    2. completeflooring completeflooring, 8 years ago
      box is 7.5 inch x 8 inch x 4.5 inch tall.
      E.S. Ritchie and Sons Boston (on rim of compass)
      sold by t.s & j.d. negus New York (on center ball inside)

      They are the only markings i see.
    3. keeno55 keeno55, 8 years ago
      If compass is on a pivot... they were used on boats or ships.

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