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Copy Board

Manufacturer / MakerCreated by unidentified

Dateca. 1890

Mediumsteel

Dimensions9 1/2 × 6 1/2 × 7/8 in. (24.1 × 16.5 × 2.2 cm)

ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Bill and Sally Blackstad

Object numberPC2001.35.1

DescriptionThis steel copy board has a utilitarian rectangular design with raised edges and a sturdy, hinged clamp at one end. The surface features an embossed “X” reinforcement pattern, indicative of its function as a durable writing or copying tool. The clamp mechanism is secured by rivets and a lever, allowing paper or documents to be firmly held in place. Copy boards were commonly used in offices, businesses, and print shops for drafting, duplicating documents, or stabilizing paper during writing.

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