Taylor Slate

Slate, Arithmetic

Accession Number: 1992.75

Description: This device consists of a rectangular aluminum type frame, 432 octagonal cells are stamped in the top in an 18 x 24 grid, with a recessed compartment at one end for holding the extra type when the frame is in use; top is riveted and braised into the frame; a black treated canvas or paper is between the top and the base to serve as a sound buffer; (100) pieces of yellow plastic type.

Height: 12

Width: 7.5

Depth: 0.625

Date Made: ca. 1960

Maker: Taylor, William

Place of Origin: Louisville, KY

Collection: APH Collection

History/Provenance: APH Collection

Subjects: Algebra Instructional aids, tools, and supplies Mathematics Slates

Dimension Notes: 30.5 x 18.7 x 1.5 cm.

Made: American Printing House for the Blind

Material: Aluminum

Updated: 04/04/2017