Carved Nut Tape Measure c.1870

Carved nut items are becoming increasingly difficult to come by in particular those with ‘pierced’ features in very good condition. This particular example is worthy of any collection. Measures approximately 60mm high 28mm diameter and obviously an item that has had very little in the way of use. Contains a 18” tape measure totally free of tears and the condition could be best described as ‘virtually unused’. Winds up beautifully by turning the carved top spindle.