Double Caliper

Double Caliper

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[Information from Accession Form] Double Caliper. Probably for measuring horses hooves by blacksmith. Total length 39cm. Each arm 20cm long.

Details

Category:
Hand and Machine Tools
Object Number:
Y1977.73.2
Materials:
iron
Measurements:
overall: 392 mm x 170 mm x 11 mm,
type:
calipers
credit:
Gift of Mr J Cartwright