Field Equipment: Pocket Compasses

[Atlantia]

Originally Posted by fernando

Hi guys,
Little antique curious stuff is my middle name .
May i introduce a less austere little device... just for the fun .
An old wood handmade Compass + Sundial, of reduced dimensions (less than 3x2") and weight (aprox. 1 ounce).
I like the artist's naive presumption to tag the thing with REGISTERED MARK and made by the REAL AUTHOR named JOÃO DA SILVA.
Well, it might not be an accurate guiding tool, but certainly a rare object .
Allright, don't hit me; i just couldn't resist showing this little thing.
Fernando

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Hi Fernando,
What a Charming little instrument! I just love the decoration. Especially the 'Sundial' numbering inside the case!
The way it has been put together actually reminds me of victorian 'Ouija Boards'.
LOL, hope it IS pointing to north, and not a 'spirit compass'
Its lovely Fernando, any ideas of age?
Regards
Gene