Antique French Folding Brass Ruler
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Item Description
"In excellent antique condition with no bends. Shows signs of wear and age."
Antique French folding brass ruler from the 1910s. 1m long, marked TD and Metre. Excellent condition with patina. A rare collector's piece!
- Origin: France, 1910s
- Total Length: 1 meter (39.37 inches)
- Sections: 2 x 10.5 cm (4.13 inches) + 8 x 11 cm (4.33 inches)
- Width per Section: 0.9 cm (0.35 inches)
- Width When Folded: 1.5 cm (0.59 inches)
- Compact Size: Folds down to just 11 cm (4.33 inches) for easy storage
- Markings: Engraved in centimeters, features a maker’s mark "TD" inside an ellipse and "Metre" stamp
- Weight: 82 g (2.89 oz)
Precision-crafted brass construction with nicely joined sections for smooth folding and unfolding. Elegant patina, reflecting over a century of history. A rare and functional collector’s item, perfect for antique lovers, designers, or engineers.
Please take a look at the photos to evaluate the condition for yourself.
Dating and Verification
This antique folding ruler features the “Mètre” mark with a stressed first E, indicating French origin. Additionally, it bears the maker’s mark "TD", though identifying the exact manufacturer remains challenging. Based on research of an identical brass folding ruler, this piece can be reliably dated to the 1910s.
Item Specifics
- Condition
- used
- Manufactured
- France
- Orig./Repro.
- original
- Classified
- antique
- Primary Material
- brass
- Modified Item
- no
- Maker
- TD
- Brand
- TD
Antique French Folding Brass Ruler
DeliveryTo United States estimated between Fri, 2 May and Thu, 8 May.
Shipping$ 20.49
Price$ 55
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