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  1. Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_the_compass

    History of the compass - Wikipedia

    • Before the introduction of the compass, geographical position and direction at sea were primarily determined by the sighting of landmarks, supplemented with the observation of the position of celestia… See more

    Geomancy and Feng Shui

    The compass was invented in China during the Han dynasty between the 2nd century BC and 1st century AD where it was called the "south-governor"(sīnán 司南) or "South Pointing Fi… See more

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    Early Navigational Compass

    A number of early cultures used lodestone so they could turn, as magnetic compasses for navigation. Early mechanical compasses are referenced in written records of t… See more

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    Dry Compass

    The dry mariner's compass consists of three elements: A freely pivoting needle on a pin enclosed in a little box with a glass cover and a wind rose, whereby "the wind rose or co… See more

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    Bearing Compass

    A bearing compass is a magnetic compass mounted in such a way that it allows the taking of bearings of objects by aligning them with the lubber line of the bearing compass. … See more

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  2. Magnetic compass
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    Oldest compass invented was a magnetic compass. Its first role was to help people find precious stones and build houses according to feng shui. It took centuries for it to be used properly - as an instrument for navigation and to help people not to get lost while exploring seas and lands.

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    The magnetic compass is the oldest type of compass and is used in aircraft, ships, and land vehicles and by surveyors.

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    When was the compass invented?
    The ancient compass was invented in ancient China in 200 BC. It was done by the Han dynasty. They used loadstone or iron oxide to make a spoon-shaped needle for this device. It also includes a bronze plate inscribed with constellations and symbols. It was a magnetic compass that pointed towards the south direction.

    Ancient Compass: Who Created It And How Was It Used In The Past

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    What were the first compasses made of?
    One of the earliest compasses wasn’t a compass needle swinging freely over a rose but a naturally magnetized mineral known as lodestone. This iron-rich ore, fascinating for its natural magnetic properties, was the cornerstone upon which the first compasses were built.

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    How did a compass work in the 19th century?
    To use a compass for navigation in the 19th century, sailors and explorers would hold the compass level and wait for the needle to settle in a fixed position. The needle would point towards the magnetic north, which could differ from true north due to the Earth’s magnetic declination.

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    Where was the ancient compass found?
    The group further shared that they were able to locate underground tunnels where they spotted the ancient find. This compass is only the third of its kind to be found in Poland, according to the archeology group's Facebook post, which also showcased photos of the discovery.

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  4. History Cooperative
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    Who Invented the Compass? A Brief History of the …

    WEBNov 1, 2023 — In the realm of verifiable evidence, the compass’s journey was first chronicled in Chinese literature between the 9th and 11th centuries, a time of prolific scientific inquiry and innovation within the …

     
  5. Britannica
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    Compass | History, Uses & Types | Britannica

    WEBCompass, in navigation or surveying, the primary device for direction-finding on the surface of the Earth. Compasses may operate on magnetic or …

    • Britannica
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      Magnetic compass | Invention, History, & Facts

      WEBAug 23, 2024 — magnetic compass, in navigation or surveying, an instrument for determining direction on the surface of Earth by means of a magnetic pointer that aligns itself with Earth’s magnetic field. The …

    • Smith College
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      Smith College Museum of Ancient Inventions: Compass

      WEBCompass, China, 220 BCE. Earliest records show a spoon shaped compass made of lodestone or magnetite ore, referred to as a "South-pointer" dating back to sometime during the Han Dynasty (2nd century …

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      The History of the Compass: Who Invented It and …

      WEBJul 30, 2023 — The invention of the compass is attributed to the ancient Chinese. The Han dynasty, which lasted from 202 BC to 220 AD, is where the compass’s history began more than 2000 years ago. In Han …

    • Wikipedia
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      Compass - Wikipedia

      WEBThe first compasses in ancient Han dynasty China were made of lodestone, a naturally magnetized ore of iron. [ 2][ 10] The wet compass reached Southern India in the 4th century AD. [ 11][ 12] Later compasses were …

    • National Geographic Society
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      Compass - National Geographic Society

      WEB5 days ago — Robert Peary used this compass to reach the North Pole, allegedly the first person to do so. At the geographic North Pole, where Peary explored, compasses point south because the Magnetic North …

    • Springer
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      The Invention and Evolution of the Compass | SpringerLink

    • The Inventors
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      History of The Compass - The Inventors

    • JSTOR
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      The Early History of the Compass and the First Scientific Maps

    • ThoughtCo
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      The Compass and Other Magnetic Innovations - ThoughtCo

    • Popular Mechanics
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      Archaeologists Found a 500-Year-Old Compass—Turns Out It …

    • Oldest.org
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      50 Antique and Vintage Compasses For Sale - Oldest.org

    • History of Compass
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      Compass History - Navigational, Magnetic, Gyrocompass and …

    • Kidadl
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      Ancient Compass: Who Created It And How Was It Used In The …

    • Live Science
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      16th-century compass unearthed in Poland may have belonged to ...

    • onlinecompass.net
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      What is the History of Compass?

    • 19thcentury.us
      https://19thcentury.us/19th-century-compass

      19th Century COMPASSES: Unlock NAUTICAL SECRETS

    • The History Blog
      https://www.thehistoryblog.com/archives/68863

      Europe’s oldest functioning compass found in Estonia wreck

    • Wikiwand
      https://www.wikiwand.com/en/articles/History_of_the_compass

      History of the compass - Wikiwand articles

    • eBay
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      Old Compass for sale | eBay

    • Wordplays
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      fruit for bureaucrat with old compass Crossword Clue

    • Collectors Weekly
      https://www.collectorsweekly.com/tools-and-hardware/compasses

      Antique and Vintage Compasses | Collectors Weekly

    • Fox News
      https://www.foxnews.com/world/archaeologists-find...

      Small copper compass found in underground tunnels that could …

    • Compass
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      203 Old Hickory Drive, Conway, SC 29526 | Compass