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United States, c. 1875, a machine stamped copper time keeper and sun dial. The lid is embossed w...

Currency:USD Category:Everything Else / Other Start Price:NA Estimated At:350.00 - 400.00 USD
United States, c. 1875, a machine stamped copper time keeper and sun dial. The lid is embossed w...
United States, c. 1875, a machine stamped copper time keeper and sun dial. The lid is embossed with a radiate sun around which is written: MAGNETIC TIMEKEEPER & COMPASS. The 35 mm in diameter base houses a fine "floating" compass dial with raised silver gnomen. The hours are written in Roman numerals and cardinal and intermediate wind directions are listed around the edge of the dial. The base has two circular lines of script. The smaller says PATENT APPLIED FOR. The larger peripheral inscription reads: HUNTER & CO. BOOK SELLERS & PUBLISHERS HINSDALE N.H. Several of these have appeared on the market in recent years. This piece acquired by the consignor in Saratoga, New York in 2000.    $350