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What is a ship's binnacle?
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The binnacle of the ship refers to the housing for the ship’s compass. The binnacle provides a barrier from the iron materials of the ship so that the compass can point north accurately. On 1stDibs, find a collection of ship’s binnacles from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Victorian Brass & Wood Ship Binnacle
Located in New York, NY
English Victorian brass and wood ship binnacle with 2 red balls
Category
Antique 19th Century English Nautical Objects
Materials
Brass, Metal
British Pattern Ships Binnacle
Located in Norwell, MA
Royal Navy ships binnacle. Brass plate is engraved Patt0183, No. C481, The Ontario Hughes Owen Co
Category
Vintage 1920s North American Nautical Objects
Materials
Brass
Ships Binnacle by Kevin Hughes
Located in Norwell, MA
Large British Ships Binnacle with brass hood, brass compensating ball brackets, brass nameplate
Category
Vintage 1940s Nautical Objects
Materials
Brass
Solid Brass Ships Binnacle Stand
Located in Norwell, MA
Early twentieth century ships binnacle with mushroom top, gimballed compass, three legged stand
Category
Vintage 1920s North American Nautical Objects
Materials
Brass
Finest Ships Binnacle From John Hand
Located in Norwell, MA
High quality nineteenth century ships binnacle from John Hand and Sons. Mushroom top with oil
Category
Vintage 1910s North American Nautical Objects
Materials
Brass
United State Navy Ships Binnacle Compass
Located in Norwell, MA
Immense three-hundred-pound ships binnacle compass with highly polished and lacquered finish. With
Category
Vintage 1940s North American Nautical Objects
Materials
Brass
