Architect's scale, triangular, model 1621P, made by Keuffel & Esser Co., (Hoboken), n.d., 1940-1960.
Entry/Object ID
2009.006.0088
Description
Architect's scale, 12" triangular, Paragon model 1621P, made by Keuffel & Esser Company, (Hoboken, N.J.), no date, circa 1940-1960. Machined hardwood (boxwood) with applied white celluloid plastic rules; English measure; black ruling; 7/8" triangle with groove on all long sides; 12" scales; overall 12-3/4" long.
Marked with model number and "Keuffel & Esser Co. N.Y." and product line "Paragon." ((Note: this item listed as Triangular 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.
