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Boxwood Rule
c. 1930 - 1950Subcollections
Overview
A wooden folding ruler which folds up into four sections. It is marked on one side in 10ths and 8ths per inch and on the other side 12ths and 16ths per inch. It is a 3 Foot ruler.
Historical information
The rule was used as a drafting and layout tool.
Details
Details
Registration number
cwa-org-202-HS2026.244
Item type
Tools
Material
Boxwood (Wood)
Brass
Width
36 cm
Height or length
2 cm
Inscriptions and markings
On one section is etched in black lettering "Boxwood No1580 Rabone Chesterman Made in England"
Place made
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Year
Primary significance criteria
Historic significance
Links to additional resources
How it was Made - Boxwood Rule [www.hawleytoolcollection.com]
Last modified
Wednesday, 12 August, 2026
Completeness
Copyright and Reference
Copyright and Reference
Rights category
Date of creation +70 years
Attribution requirements
Courtesy of Katanning Historical Society.
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