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Set square

Side view of a set square showing the triangular shape. Side view of a set square showing the triangular shape. Side view of a set square showing the triangular shape. Side view of a set square showing the triangular shape. Side view of a set square showing the deoth of the material.
Side view of a set square showing the triangular shape. Side view of a set square showing the triangular shape. Side view of a set square showing the triangular shape. Side view of a set square showing the triangular shape. Side view of a set square showing the deoth of the material.

Classification

Description

A right angled triangular set square made from sheet cellulose nitrate, circa early 20th century.
Designers & Manufacturers
Designer (Person)
Unknown
Manufacturer
Unknown
Manufactured for
Unknown

Inscriptions

stamped: "Made in England. 45(degrees)" (Beneath cut out centre, short edge.)

Object number

PHSL : 180

Date

1910 - 1939 (circa)

Country

UK

Method

cut

Material

plastic
CN
cellulose nitrate
celluloid - generic term
Dimensions
Width
122mm
Height
125mm
Length
174mm

Colour

colourless
yellowed