A maritime ship’s steering wheel constructed from a dark-toned hardwood, possibly teak or mahogany, featuring a heavy central brass hub. The wheel is designed with eight turned wooden spokes, each ending in a rounded grip handle. The central brass hub is circular with concentric decorative grooves and includes a central aperture with a keyway slot, indicating functional design for a keyed steering shaft. The outer rim is composed of segmented wooden sections secured with visible brass pins. No maker’s marks or inscriptions are visible on either the wood or metal components.
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