24" single fold Gunter-type rule

Metadata

Title

Description

American 24" rule; notation attached to rule which says, "1891 used by Samuel Betts" (removed 9-19-87). calibration numbers and letters are hand-stamped. Brass tips, missing one pin.

Type

American 24" rule

Accession Number

ccccp 273

Condition

missing one pin. good condition, considering age.

Markings

"E.T. Onion, Maker," "P. Betts" is stamped on joint. 1791-1823 by fine punch on square brass joint.

Negative Number

28, 29

Photo Roll Number

Where Made

USA

Citation

“24" single fold Gunter-type rule,” Carpenters' Company Digital Archive & Museum, accessed April 26, 2024, https://archive.carpentershall.org/items/show/22396.

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