Taylor Slate

Slate, Arithmetic

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