Rolling Parallel 9-Inch Rule

Made:: 1845-1850 in England

Rolling Parallel 9-Inch Rule
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Rolling parallel 9-inch rule, made by Thomas Underhill.

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Category:: Mathematics

Object Number:: Y1987.241.3.2

Materials:: wood (unidentified) and ivory

Measurements:: overall: 17 mm x 239 mm x 49 mm,

type:: parallel rule - drafting tool

credit:: Purchased From Prudential Fine Art Auctioneers

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Rolling Parallel 9-Inch Rule

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