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Object Name:
Level
Object ID:
1984.047
Creator:
Wilson, George W. (1821-1910) -- Instrument Make
Place of Origin:
Concord, NH
Date:
1875-1900
Description:
Spirit level. Made by George W. Wilson (1821-1910), Concord, NH. Mahogany, with glass tube and bubble. Brass plate screwed over bubble, stamped "G.W. WILSON / CONCORD.N.H". Round hole drilled through one end.
Material:
Wood
Mahogany
Brass
Glass
Dimensions:
H-2.6 W-1.3 L-14.9 inches
Provenance:
Purchased at Antiques Orchard II, Concord, NH, 07/09/1984.

George W. Wilson (1821-1910) was listed in Concord as a maker of mathematical, optical, surveying, and engineering instruments from 1864 to 1901. In 1874, he advertised "particular attention given to adjusting Levels, Transits, Compasses, &c."
Credit Line:
New Hampshire Historical Society Purchase
Subjects:
Tools, Carpentry
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