Old Stanley Boxwood and Brass 12 Inch Folding Ruler with Caliper storage box they came to be carved

they came to be carved throughout Europe in a variety of styles

A great rattle to have in hand on New Year's Eve

curious little objects I could never pass one by

it is signed both on the face and on the back with what looks to be RGI or perhaps AGI

Old Stanley Boxwood and Brass 12 Inch Folding Ruler with Caliper storage box they came to be carvedSince finding a few of them recently, I've been keeping an eye out for old folding rulers when I'm out and about; I think they're just great looking, as well as a treat to use. This is a Stanley model 36 1 2" twelve inches unfolded, with a brass caliper that extends another five inches. There remains brass pin near the opening end which locks into the opposite side to hold it closed. 6 3 4" l x 1 3 8" w x 1 8" d when folded. I have not touched either