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Two Edmund Draper Vernier Compasses, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19th century, both 6-in. dia. engraved silvered dials, one marked "472" following "Philadelphia," opposing spirit levels at the south arm, blued-steel needles, and lifters below, housed in their original fitted boxes, lg. 15 in. Provenance: Robert Miller Collection. Estimate $300-400 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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