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Lot 28:
Description
An assortment of measuring instruments primarily of British manufacture. The collection includes a single-piece boxwood straight ruler and several folding rules of varying designs. The straight ruler is marked SINGER, MADE IN ENGLAND, and A TRADE MARK OF THE SINGER MANUFACTURING COMPANY. The folding rules are constructed from boxwood with brass hinges, joints, and protective tipping. Included in the group are several four-fold, two-foot rules. Maker markings include RABONE No. 1100 and a rule marked RABONE, No 1187, BOXWOOD, MADE IN ENGLAND. Other rules show partial markings attributed to John Rabone and Sons of Birmingham. The scales are incised into the wood with standard inch gradations.
Straight ruler: 36 inches
Folding rules: 24 inches.
Condition report:
Items are in vintage, used condition consistent with age and workshop application. There is general patination to the boxwood, with some examples showing darker staining due to handling. Brass components exhibit varying degrees of oxidation and verdigris. Surface wear, light scratches, and some fading to the measurement scales are present throughout the collection. All hinges appear to be in functional order.
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