This is a surveyors compass I admit I’m not very knowledgeable when it comes to these, but I do know it’s worth a lot of money. I’ve compared this to others I’ve seen sold and I think my asking price is more than fair. If you want to make me a offer, feel free. From what I’ve gathered, this is a surveyors compass from 1860-1890. It’s solid brass. I will be shipping this thing with guaranteed mail so no scams. And I’ll pay for that, to make sure this gets where it’s supposed to go with no problems. Never have I seen another one of these, they are quite rare. Do a little research and find out for yourself. I do not have the wooden box it came with. I will be shipping it in a cardboard box. The base comes off and I’ll remove it to ship it. If you have any questions I’ll try to answer them the best I can. Or if you know anything about it feel free to shoot me a message and teach me something.