Timber Slide Rule

Made:
1789-1810 in London
maker:
Thomas Barnett
Boxwood three-sectioned slide rule, Thomas Barnett, London

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Boxwood three-sectioned slide rule, Thomas Barnett, London
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Boxwood three-sectioned slide rule, Thomas Barnett, London, 1789-1810.

Details

Category:
Mathematics
Object Number:
1993-1255
Materials:
brass (copper, zinc alloy) and box (wood)
Measurements:
overall: 8 mm x 630 mm x 35 mm, .128kg
type:
slide rule (timber)
credit:
National Maritime Museum (Gabb Collection)