Gimbal-Mounted Compass Case

1984.16.0047C

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Artifact Identification Gimbal-Mounted Compass Case   (1984.16.0047C)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Science & Technology T&E
  2. :
  3. Surveying & Navigational T&E
  4. :
  5. Navigational Equipment
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period Republic of China (1912-1949) or People's Republic of China (1949-present)
Date 1900 - 1984
Culture Chinese
Location Not on Exhibit

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Length) 8.6 cm
Dimension 2 (Width) 8.6 cm
Dimension 3 (Depth) 7.7 cm
Weight 78 g
Measuring Remarks N/A
Materials Animal--Skin--without Fur/Feathers/Scales, Metal--Bronze, Textile--Silk, Plant--Wood
Manufacturing Processes Riveting, Sewing

Research Remarks

Description N/A
Published Description N/A
Bibliography Under Review

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication Gift of George E. and Cynthia M. Anner
Reproduction no

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