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Roman copper alloy folding foot rule
Measuring rule made from two lengths of copper alloy that were once joined end to end with a hinge, so it could be folded in half. There is a small thin strip hinged to one part, with two studs on the other to hold it open securely. Total length: 300mm.
Collection Area
Archaeology & Numismatics
Item Number
31.78/4.2
Find Information
Site Name: Castle Villa (Baths), Caerleon
Acquisition
Donation, 19/2/1931
Measurements
length / mm:150 (each part)
length / mm:300 (overall)
width / mm:5
Material
copper alloy
Location
Caerleon: Case 12 Tools and Industry
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