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2000-12, Scales or Rule
Gunter's Scales (or Rule)
2000-12, Scales or Rule

Gunter's Scales (or Rule)

Date1800-1850
Artist/Maker
OriginAmerica, Massachusetts, Boston
MediumBoxwood and brass
DimensionsOverall: 24" × 1 11/16" × 1/4"
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Marjorie Webster
Object number2000-12
DescriptionA standard 18th/19th century form of Gunter's rule incorporating a 24" linear rule, a diagonal scale, a plain scale, and a Gunter's scale.Mark(s)Marked * MERRIFIELD & CO * Boston* in small incuse letters on one face and "GAFNEY" in large incuse letters on the other.
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