Museum Collections
Luce Center
Ship's compass in box
Object Number:
1936.678
Date:
1800-1840
Medium:
Pine, brass, other metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 6 1/2 x 10 x 10 in. ( 16.5 x 25.4 x 25.4 cm )
Marks:
printed: on dial: "R. L. SHAW / 222. WATER ST. NEW YORK."
carved: on lid of box: "OREGON"
Description:
Ship's compass mounted inside pine box with sliding lid.
Credit Line:
Purchase
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.