Late 1700s Sailor Cartographer map maker tools in Shagreen Shark skin case etui

Description:Step back in time with this remarkable Antique 18th Century Shagreen Etui Drafting Tool Set, a true piece of early craftsmanship and history. This compact Georgian-era etui is covered in genuine shagreen (sharkskin) and houses five precision drafting instruments, believed to have been used for navigation, cartography, or architectural drawing during the colonial period.Sets like this were used by naval officers, architects, and engineers during the 1700s for plotting courses, mapmaking, and early American design projects. Its fine construction and materials make it not just a collectible, but a conversation piece from an era of exploration and ingenuity.Features:Authentic 18th Century Georgian Shagreen Etui (sharkskin-covered case)Contains 10 original instruments (as shown in photos)Likely used for navigation, cartography, this piece came with many other antique sailing itemsOriginal antique patina throughoutDimensions: Compact pocket-sized etui (approx. dimensions upon request)Sold as a collectible display piece, not intended for practical drafting useCondition:Pre-owned antique condition consistent with age. The tools and case show wear appropriate to their 18th-century origin. Please see all photos for details and condition.Rarity:True museum-quality collectible — these Georgian drafting sets are highly sought after by collectors of scientific instruments, naval artifacts, and early Americana.