Civil War Parallel Ruler

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Civil War Parallel Ruler 

 

Made of ebony and brass.  Navigators use these parallel rulers for laying off a specific course on a chart. They were first invented in 1584 by a Frenchman named Mordente but only became common in navigation in the 18th century. Very nice original example.

 

Inventory Number: MIS 107

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The Civil War Parallel Ruler features two dark wooden rulers joined by brass linkages, aligned side-by-side to create a historical drafting tool.
A Civil War Parallel Ruler, crafted with wood and brass, is displayed closed with decorative brass hinges and round fasteners against a white background.
Civil War Parallel Ruler featuring two dark wooden bars with twisted brass metal braces and brass rivets, arranged parallel on a white background.
The Civil War Parallel Ruler features two wooden slats connected by brass arms, designed for drawing precise parallel lines.
The Civil War Parallel Ruler features two parallel dark wooden bars joined by antique brass hinges and knobs, displayed on a white background.

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