Architect's scale, 12" flat, model 1393PR, made by Keuffel & Esser Co., (Hoboken), n.d., 1940-1960.
Entry/Object ID
2009.006.0089
Description
Architect's scale, 12" flat, model Paragon 1393PR, made by Keuffel & Esser Company, (Hoboken, N.J.), no date, circa 1950-1960. Machined hardwood (boxwood) with applied white celluloid plastic rules; English measure -1/8" and 1/4"; black ruling; 12" scales; overall 12-3/4" long x 1-3/8" deep x 5/32" thick; beveled on opposite edges.
Marked with model number, "Keuffel & Esser Co. N.Y." plus K&E logo and product line "Paragon." (Note: this item listed as Flat Paragon Scales, Architect's - Open Divided.) Date of this item may be earlier.
K&E main offices and factory were in Hoboken during the period when this was manufactured.
Acquisition
Accession
2009.006
Source or Donor
Lukacs, Claire
Acquisition Method
Gift
Credit Line
Museum Collections. Gift of a friend of the Museum.
