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Measuring stick
Under Consideration To Be Deaccessioned

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Artifact #: I2018.001.146
Dimensions: H 2 x L 95 X W 2 cm
Weight: 183.2 g
Medium: Wood, metal
Condition: Good; Stable
Condition Report Year: 2018
Description: 8 sided wooden stick with two brass tips and a variety of inscribed numbers at various spacings, possible function scale
Inscription/Marks: H. CHAPIN UNION - FACTORY
Date/Period: 1828 - 1860
Provenance: Pine Meadow, Connecticut
Maker/Artist: Hermon Chapin
Maker/Artist Dates: 1828 - 1860
Maker Birthplace: No information available
Maker Nationality: American
Source: No information available