Hoole X Y Axis Straight Lines Curved with Holes Stamp Die Template, Design 1977
Entry/Object ID
2016.14.424
Description
Metal Stamping Die Template. Series of horizontal lines are interrupted by a vertical line and a diagonal one / cross, creating an X shape. Another piece is a series of curved lines joining the center of a rectangle, like a diamond shape. Both have various holes for alignment and measuring lines. The larger stamp die template has a different design sketched out than the one that was cut. Includes paper folder.
Use
Finishing tool for bookbinding.
Collection
Hoole Machine and Engraving Works Collection
Lexicon
Search Terms
Tools, Book ornamentation, Bookbinding, Stencil, Finishing, Hand binding.
Dimensions
Height
5.8 cm
Width
19.1 cm
Height
6.5 cm
Width
5.7 cm
Height
19.5 cm
Width
25 cm
Parts
1 large stamp die template with the X shape
1 smaller stamp die template with curving lines in a diamond shape
1 paper folder
