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Measuring Rods and Bag
c. 1800Overview
There are two sets of measuring rods, one set has three rods; measurements from 0 to 36 inches, one end has a brass point to go in the ground. The second set has three rods; the rod with the brass point is missing, measurements in inches and . The rods fit inside the canvas bag.
Historical information
The rods screw together to make measuring sticks.
Details
Details
Registration number
cwa-org-202-HS2006.100
Item type
Tools
Material
Brass
Canvas (Textile Material)
Wood
Width
2 cm
Height or length
92.5000 cm
Inscriptions and markings
On the set of rods which is missing the brass point is etched in the top rod "COCK MAKER LONDON"
Contextual information
The trade mark "COCK MAKER LONDON" refers to S.Cock who made measuring sticks in the 1840's.
Year
Primary significance criteria
Historic significance
Social or spiritual significance
Last modified
Tuesday, 3 November, 2026
Completeness
Copyright and Reference
Copyright and Reference
Attribution requirements
Courtesy of Katanning Historical Society.
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