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Compass (Sterling)
Tiffany & Co. (American, active 1837–present)
American
Medium/Technique
Sterling silver
Dimensions
Length x width: 6.5 x 4.5 cm (2 9/16 x 1 3/4 in.)
Credit Line
Bequest of Dale A. Roberts
Accession Number2014.622
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAmericas
ClassificationsTools and equipment – Surveying and navigational
DescriptionSterling silver compas in the center of a ship's steering wheel.
Signed
"TIFFANY & CO. 925" is written on the back of the compass.
ProvenanceBy 2013, Dale R. Roberts, Boston, MA; 2014, bequest of Dale R. Roberts to the MFA. (Accession Date: April 23, 2014)