Bill asks:

This wheel is brass with oak handles. It measures about 30 inches tip to tip. 

   Thank you.

AW says: Ships wheels are starting to pop up quite often at many of the larger antiques shows. Many are coming out of of China. But your’s is a North Amnerican version. That, and the facts that it’s made of brass and in excellent condition, puts it in a very good price range.

Circa 19th century. As the  inner hardware indicates

Retail value:  $675

Wholesale $300

Quick sale: $150-$175

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