Product Description
A bone-topped compass box with a scrimshaw design and brass compass inside
This bone compass box hides a working brass compass beneath a sliding bone lid engraved in the scrimshaw style. Choose from three designs: an American Frigate under full sail, a traditional Compass Rose, or Mermaid Temptation, a sailor's tale of the sea.
Compasses and scrimshaw both belong to the working life of sailors, and this small box brings them together. The pale bone lid sets off the fine black line work, and the dark box frames a compass with a navy dial and brass case. It sits well on a desk or shelf, or travels as a keepsake for anyone who loves the sea.
Features
- Working brass compass inside
- Bone lid with scrimshaw-style engraving
- Three designs to choose from
- Dark finished box
- Compact size for desk or shelf
Specifications
- Material: Bone lid, finished box, brass compass
- Maker: Madison Bay Company
- Design options: American Frigate, Compass Rose, Mermaid Temptation
- Intended use: Desk accessory, keepsake, gifting
Care Instructions
Wipe the lid with a soft, dry cloth and keep the box away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep the compass away from magnets.
FAQ
Does the compass work?
Yes. A working brass compass sits inside the box.
Which designs are available?
American Frigate, Compass Rose, and Mermaid Temptation.
What is the lid made of?
The lid is bone, engraved in the scrimshaw style.
A true compass under a scrimshaw lid, made for the traveler who keeps the sea close.
Made to Order
Most pieces are in stock and ship right away. Items requiring engraving or finishing are completed within a few days, prepared with the same care and craftsmanship Scrimshanders is known for.