PSSR Accession Number: PSSR.19 (a-b)
Object Name
1. Hierarchical: T&E for Science & Technology
2. Classification: Surveying & Navigational T&E
3. Object Term: Rod and Chain, Surveyor's
Description: a) Wooden cylindrical rod with two-part brass cap, upper part has pivoting head (to receive equipment) which screws into lower part which is firmly affixed to wood. Rod has four bamboo-type turnings and pointed end. b) Metal chain in numerous 8" sections, each section with looped ends held together by metal rings; three decoratively shaped brass discs deliberately placed on chain, probably to mark specific distances along the chain.
Marked (yes or no): no
If yes, transcribe directly: --
Date of Manufacture: circa 1800
Company or Place of Manufacture: probably America
Materials: walnut, brass, steel (or iron?)
Overall dimensions in inches
1. height: 53" (rod)
2. width: 1 1/2" (rod)
3. depth: 1 1/2" (rod)
