LINEN PROOFER - magnifier
CH1974.622
Linen proofer used as a magnifier by C A Gardner.
Addition 24/4/98:
Nickel plated folding pocket magnifier, also advertised as a linen tester. Designed for counting the number of threads to the inch in linen or other fabrics.
Further information: Identical style shown in Sears/ Roebuck Catalogue 1897 p. 466, 1902 p. 131.
Department:
History DepartmentCollection
Accession Number: | CH1974.622 |
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Accession Date: | 30 Dec 1974 |
Material
Glass | steel, glass |
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Glass/Glass |
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Steel/Metal |
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Measurement
length | 45mm |
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width | 40mm |
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height | 50mm | when open |
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