A NOVELTY TELESCOPE AND COMPASS SYSTEM STICK, C.1840
the plain tapering rosewood shaft with worked gilt brass divider, threaded 'handle' concealing a ¾in. single draw telescope (unsigned), the lens cap further concealing a small compass, overall length -- 35in. (89cm.)

Condition Report
Strong overall condition; brass chasing a little worn and top slightly depressed; telescope is missing it's eye piece cover, but is still a surprisingly powerful instrument with good, clear optics. Comass glass has is cracked across diameter.

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