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Two William J. Young Surveyor's Compasses, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19th century, each with 6-in. dia. engraved dial marked "Wm. J. Young/Maker/Patent/Philadelphia," one with circular level and outkeeper, the other with spirit level, each housed in a fitted box, lg. 14 in. Provenance: Robert Miller Collection. Estimate $200-300 instrument with outkeeper does not have original box 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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2020-04-06

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