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Early James Reed Vernier Compass, Washington, Pennsylvania, no. L1, 5 1/2-in. dia. engraved silvered dial with raised center engraved "No. L 1," and "J. Reed Washington, Pa." at the southern quadrant, vernier scale divided 10-0-10, and fine adjustment knob. Provenance: Richard Miller Collection. Estimate $200-300 Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.


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