Drawing instrument in case

Drawing Instrument in case, GNR, Set of 5 brass handled drawing instruments in velvet lined mahogany case. Belonged to Edmond Denison, Chairman of GNR, 1852. 7 1/4"x2 3/4"x1". Consists of one pair long joint dividers, one pair adjustable dividers, one steel divider attachment, one drawing pen attachment, one pencil attachment. Box also contains one North Eastern Railways pen nib and an assortment of adjustment screws.

Details

Category:
Tools of the Trade & Personal Accessories
Object Number:
1987-8377
Materials:
brass (copper, zinc alloy) and mahogany (wood)
Measurements:
overall: 7 1/4 in x 2 3/4 in x 1 in,
type:
drawing instrument
credit:
British Rail, Historical Relics