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Compass Charm

Collection Type

  • Jewelry

Date

1860-1880

GUSN

GUSN-102292

Description

Brass charm in the shape of a paddle set with a compass with a mother of pearl face on one side, reverse features a turtle in gold hanging from a string from a bamboo pole.

Details

Descriptive Terms

charms
brass (alloy)
CHARM

Additional Identification Number

1743

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

1 1/2 in x 1/2 in x 1/4 in (HxWxD) (inches)

Accession Number

1974.395

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