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Vintage Rolling Rule English Brass Scientific Instrument, Navigation, circa 1950
About the Item
This is a vintage rolling rule. An English, brass scientific instrument to aid navigation, dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1950.
Attractive period instrument
Displays a desirable aged patina
Solid brass shows mellow golden hues
Used to draw parallel lines on navigation charts
Replete with the Ministry of Defense arrow mark and 160100 patent number
Oak faced box shows fine grain interest
This is a charming vintage rolling rule, well suited to display in the study. Delivered polished and ready for the desktop.
Dimensions:
Max width 48.5cm (19")
Max depth 13cm (5")
Max height 4.5cm (1.75")
Ruler width 45.5cm (18")
Ruler depth 6.5cm (2.5")
Ruler height 2.5cm (1")
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- Dimensions:Height: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)Width: 17.92 in (45.5 cm)Depth: 2.56 in (6.5 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1950
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good vintage condition.
- Seller Location:Hele, Devon, GB
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