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Amazing 2‑Foot 4‑Fold Ivory Engineer’s / Architect’s Rule – Marked A. Bailey
A truly exceptional example of a 2‑foot, 4‑fold ivory rule, crafted for engineers and architects and marked A. Bailey. These ivory rules were prized for their stability, fine graduations, and elegance, serving both as precision instruments and as symbols of professional standing.
This piece shows superb preservation, with crisp folding joints and clear markings. The ivory retains its rich, creamy patina, and the graduations remain legible throughout. The maker’s mark A. Bailey adds historical significance, connecting the rule to one of the respected names in fine measuring instruments.
Scarce and highly collectible, ivory rules of this caliber are increasingly difficult to find, especially in complete and well‑preserved condition. A highlight for collectors of early engineering and architectural tools, and a distinguished artifact of craftsmanship and history.
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