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Early 16" Parallel Ruler - Forged Brass & Ebony

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    Posted 9 years ago

    BHock45
    (807 items)

    Here is a early, most likely 18th century parallel ruler. Made of forged brass and ebony wood. A very nice piece with only a little corrosion around one hinge. More about the para-ruler:

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parallel_rulers

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    1. vetraio50 vetraio50, 9 years ago
      All the best to YOU & YOURS over the Festive Season BHOCK!!!!!
    2. fhrjr2 fhrjr2, 9 years ago
      You have a nice find here. Although you may want to examine the wood a bit closer. Ebony would be unusual as opposed to cocobolo wood. Regardless they are both exotic hardwoods with quite similar value on the market. These are handy if you are doing layout. I have only a modern pair left as I don't use them at this point in life.
    3. BHock45 BHock45, 9 years ago
      You too vetraio! fhr, thanks for the info. Ill take a closer look and use my wood ID book as a reference. THanks!
    4. jscott0363 jscott0363, 9 years ago
      Wow, I've never seen one like this! Very cool indeed!!

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