Tape Measure

Manufacturer / MakerCreated by Franciscan Furniture Company founded 1946

Datemid-20th century

Mediummetal

Dimensionscase: 3/4 × 2 1/4 × 2 5/8 in. (1.9 × 5.7 × 6.7 cm)
tape measure: 2 × 2 × 3/4 in. (5.1 × 5.1 × 1.9 cm)
instruction insert: 1 7/8 × 1 7/8 in. (4.8 × 4.8 cm)

ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Myron Robart

Object numberPC1997.11.1.A

DescriptionThis tape measure is made up of a square case with a yellow background and a transparent, plastic casing. The tape measure itself is composed of a metal casing with rounded upper edges, reading "Fransiscan / Furniture / Albuquerque, N. M" against a rectangular green sectior. The measuring tape comes out from a rectangular slit at the bottom of one side of the container. A small, instructional booklet accompanies the tool, stating that it is a product of "Lufkin White Clad / Tape Rules".

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