Tools - 2 Measuring Sticks, 2-foot long

From Madison Historical Society

1780 (Date manufactured/created)
1830 (Date manufactured/created)

Wood (Oak): #1, Wood (Beech): #2

2 two-foot long sticks scored and numbered to reflect certain measurements. They were probably used to measure the contents of barrels or casks. .1) c. 1780; .2) c. 1830. .1) is octagonal and tipped with lead; .2) is 12 sided. .1) OL 24"; DIA 1 3/8" .2) OL 24", DIA 1" (1) $65; (2) $30.

Accession/ID Number 79.777.1-.2

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