Yard and ell measure. A long wooden bar with projections at either end so that something a yard long would fit in the space between the projections. There are markings along the bar, and brass plates on the side at either end.

Title

Yard and ell measure. A long wooden bar with projections at either end so that something a yard long would fit in the space between the projections. There are markings along the bar, and brass plates on the side at either end.

Identifier

ABDUA:18738

Description

Measures an ell and imperial yard each in 1/2,1/4,1/16 and 1/32nd parts.

Date

Early: 1830 Late: 1850

Format

wood metal brass, L: 1121 mm W: 40 mm

Coverage

Europe, Scotland, North East Scotland, Banff Banffshire

Type

Physical Object

UUID

c5c9eea5-8d72-4613-8656-c1ba65a9d409

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