Compass And Sundial
Antique Late 19th Century French Baroque Scientific Instruments
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Baroque Scientific Instruments
Wood
Antique 18th Century German Scientific Instruments
Brass
Early 20th Century Victorian Sundials
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sundials
Marble, Iron
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Scientific Instruments
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century German Scientific Instruments
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Scientific Instruments
Silver, Brass
Antique Late 18th Century German Neoclassical Scientific Instruments
Bronze, Other
Antique 18th Century French Neoclassical Scientific Instruments
Bronze, Other
Antique Late 17th Century French Louis XIV Carriage Clocks and Travel Cl...
Silver
Antique Early 18th Century French Neoclassical Scientific Instruments
Metal, Bronze, Other
Antique Mid-17th Century Scientific Instruments
Slate
Antique Late 18th Century German Neoclassical Scientific Instruments
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century German Neoclassical Scientific Instruments
Wood
Antique 1730s Austrian Baroque Scientific Instruments
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Trumeau Mirrors
Mirror, Wood
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Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Sundials
Copper, Wrought Iron
Vintage 1970s Italian Rococo Revival Side Tables
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sundials
Stone, Limestone, Metal, Iron
Early 20th Century Late Victorian Wall Clocks
Metal
Vintage 1910s Aviation Objects
Brass
Antique Early 1900s Scandinavian Late Victorian Doors and Gates
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Nautical Objects
Brass, Copper
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Scientific Instruments
Brass
Vintage 1920s Swedish Primitive Sundials
Concrete, Metal
Antique Late 19th Century Industrial Floor Lamps
Brass
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Nautical Objects
Metal, Brass
Antique Early 18th Century European Louis XIV Sundials
Slate
20th Century American Modern Figurative Photography
Color
Antique Mid-19th Century Scientific Instruments
Vintage 1910s Swedish Primitive Sundials
Concrete, Metal
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Sundials
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Sundials
Antique 1750s European Sundials
Wood, Paper
Antique Late 18th Century Nautical Objects
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Scientific Instruments
Brass, Iron
Antique 18th Century French Nautical Objects
Brass
Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Brass
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Sundials
Silver
Antique Early 19th Century British Sundials
Bronze
Antique Mid-18th Century British George III Sundials
Bronze
Antique 18th Century German Grand Tour More Desk Accessories
Brass
Antique 1780s German Neoclassical Musical Instruments
Wood
Vintage 1910s British More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Silver Plate
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Scientific Instruments
Brass, Iron
Antique 18th Century Scientific Instruments
Silver, Brass
Antique 1710s French Louis XVI Scientific Instruments
Silver
Vintage 1920s American Scientific Instruments
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal
Antique 17th Century French Other Scientific Instruments
Silver
Antique 1780s French Louis XVI Scientific Instruments
Brass
Antique 1840s British Nautical Objects
Brass
Antique 1770s British Scientific Instruments
Boxwood
Antique Early 1800s British Scientific Instruments
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century English George III Scientific Instruments
Silver, Brass
Antique 1720s Italian Other Scientific Instruments
Brass, Steel
Antique 1850s French Scientific Instruments
Oak
Antique 1720s German Maps
Other
Antique 19th Century French Sundials
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century British George III Sundials
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century British Sundials
Stone
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Sundials
Bronze
Antique 1870s Scientific Instruments
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Korean Qing Scientific Instruments
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century German Scientific Instruments
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Scientific Instruments
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Scientific Instruments
Brass
Antique Late 17th Century French Louis XIV Carriage Clocks and Travel Cl...
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Nautical Objects
Brass, Iron
Early 20th Century English Sundials
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary English Collectibles and Curiosities
Brass, Metal
Antique 19th Century English Sundials
Iron
Antique 19th Century English Sundials
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Collectibles and Curiosities
Brass
Antique 1680s French Scientific Instruments
Silver
Antique Mid-18th Century French Scientific Instruments
Brass
Compass And Sundial For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Compass And Sundial?
- How accurate is a sundial?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
When properly calibrated, a high-quality sundial can be accurate to within a minute.
- What is a pocket compass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A pocket compass consists of a magnetic needle encased in a nonmagnetic case that allows the needle to freely swing over a graded face or dial. A pocket compass is a timeless instrument — it can be used for research or navigation in remote areas as well as in dark and foggy conditions. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage pocket compasses.
- What is a nautical compass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A nautical compass is a compass made up of parallel or bundled needles that are permanently connected to the card and used to display directions (north, east, south, and west) as well as their immediate points. Compared to an electronic device equipped with GPS, a compass is inexpensive, has a low risk of malfunctioning and is a lightweight instrument. Compasses were once indispensable for sailors navigating the high seas. Find a collection of antique and vintage nautical compasses on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To make your very own armillary sundial, first, take two hoops and mark 90 degrees apart on each hoop. Then, glue the two hoops together at the marked points. Lock in a straight piece of wood between the two, set your device at 45 degrees and voila! Or, save the hassle and shop a selection of collectable armillary sundials on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To use an armillary sundial, first place the sundial on the base without securing it. Then use a compass to find true north, and point the gnomon in that direction. Shop a collection of armillary sundials from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A pocket compass is used for navigation. The magnetic needle turns until one end points north and the other points south. You can use this information to orient yourself and choose which direction to travel. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique and vintage pocket compasses.
- What is a marine compass called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A marine compass is a kind of magnetic compass commonly found on boats. These have been used for centuries by seafarers, and antique examples command enthusiasm from collectors. On 1stDibs, you’ll find antique and contemporary compasses from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To use a compass while on the ocean, hold the compass in front of you. One end of the needle will point toward north, and the other will face south. Determine where you are by examining the markings on the dial. You can then use a deviation card to chart your course. On 1stDibs, find a selection of compasses.
- How do antique compasses work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Antique compasses work with the use of magnets. Compasses use a magnetized needle that can rotate to line up with the Earth’s magnetic field, pointing towards the magnetic north. The basic concept of how compasses work has not changed over several centuries and magnetic compasses continue to work well today. Shop a variety of antique compasses on 1stDibs.
- What is a sea compass called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sea compass is known as a gyroscopic compass or gyrocompass. A gyroscopic compass is favored for ships because it’s a non-magnetic compass based on the rotation of the earth to dictate direction, unaffected by the ship’s steel hull. Shop a collection of vintage compasses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A binnacle is the housing space for a ship’s compass. It’s designed to counter the magnetic deviation that might be caused by the fact that a ship is made of iron. To be effective, binnacles needed to be made of non-ferrous materials, meaning they could not contain any iron. Find a collection of vintage and modern binnacles on 1stDibs.