Accession Number: 1992.74
Description: This device consists of a rectangular stainless steel type frame, 432 octagonal cells are stamped in the top in an 18 x 24 grid, with a recessed oval compartment at one end for holding the extra type when the frame is in use; top folded on sides to wrap around the bottom plate and riveted with eight rivets; a black treated canvas or paper is between the top and the base to serve as a sound buffer; (38) pieces of yellow plastic type.
Height: 12
Width: 7.375
Depth: 0.5
Date Made: ca. 1940
Maker: Taylor, William
Place of Origin: Louisville, KY
Collection: APH Collection
History/Provenance: APH Collection
Credit Line: APH Collection, 1992.74
Subjects: Algebra Instructional aids, tools, and supplies Mathematics Slates
Made: American Printing House for the Blind
Material: Stainless steel
Updated: 04/04/2017