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Antique Rolling Ruler, English Cartographer’s Instrument, Architect, Edwardian
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Antique Rolling Ruler, English Cartographer’s Instrument, Architect, Edwardian

1900 - 1920
Description

This is a fine antique cased rolling ruler. An English brass cartographer's or architect's instrument, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. A superb example of precision engineering, this piece is ideal for collectors of scientific antiques and military survey equipment.

Quality brass construction, displaying a light, desirable patina from decades of careful use

Favoured by draughtsmen, cartographers, and architects for accurate line work

Acrylic-lined edge for clear visibility and smooth alignment

Glides effortlessly with a pair of finely machined brass rollers, ensuring precision across maps or plans

Presented within a fitted satinwood carry case, offering rich grain interest and warm caramel hues

Case engraved with the military broad arrow and Ordnance Survey serial number, adding historic and institutional provenance

Exceptional size and practical form, ideal for display or continued use in specialist applications

This is a delightfully engineered Edwardian surveyor’s ruler, sure to appeal to collectors of vintage scientific instruments, militaria, or those with a passion for antique cartography tools. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Case Width: 109cm (43'')

Case Depth: 9cm (3.5'')

Case Height: 4.5cm (1.75'')

Ruler Width: 106.5cm (42'')

Ruler Depth: 6.5cm (2.5'')

Ruler Height: 2.5cm (1'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
106.5cm (41.93")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Brass Rolling Ruler to the Edwardian era.

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SA1137007
Dealers Internal Reference
25154
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Description
This is a fine antique cased rolling ruler.
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An English brass cartographer's or architect's instrument, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.
London Fine Antiques

A superb example of precision engineering, this piece is ideal for collectors of scientific antiques and military survey equipment.

fig 1. An Edwardian antique brass rolling parallel ruler shown alongside its fitted rectangular wooden storage box.
fig 1. Antique Rolling Ruler, English Cartographer’s Instrument, Architect, Edwardian

Quality brass construction, displaying a light, desirable patina from decades of careful use

Favoured by draughtsmen, cartographers, and architects for accurate line work

Acrylic-lined edge for clear visibility and smooth alignment

fig 2. An Edwardian antique brass rolling parallel ruler shown alongside its fitted rectangular wooden storage box.
fig 2. Antique Rolling Ruler, English Cartographer’s Instrument, Architect, Edwardian

Glides effortlessly with a pair of finely machined brass rollers, ensuring precision across maps or plans

Presented within a fitted satinwood carry case, offering rich grain interest and warm caramel hues

fig 3. An Edwardian antique brass rolling parallel ruler shown alongside its fitted rectangular wooden storage box.
fig 3. Antique Rolling Ruler, English Cartographer’s Instrument, Architect, Edwardian

Case engraved with the military broad arrow and Ordnance Survey serial number, adding historic and institutional provenance

Exceptional size and practical form, ideal for display or continued use in specialist applications

fig 4. An Edwardian antique brass rolling parallel ruler shown alongside its fitted rectangular wooden storage box.
fig 4. Antique Rolling Ruler, English Cartographer’s Instrument, Architect, Edwardian

This is a delightfully engineered Edwardian surveyor’s ruler, sure to appeal to collectors of vintage scientific instruments, militaria, or those with a passion for antique cartography tools. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Case Width: 109cm (43'')

Case Depth: 9cm (3.5'')

Case Height: 4.5cm (1.75'')

Ruler Width: 106.5cm (42'')

Ruler Depth: 6.5cm (2.5'')

Ruler Height: 2.5cm (1'')

Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
106.5cm (41.93")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Brass Rolling Ruler to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1137007
Dealers Internal Ref
25154
London Fine Antiques
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Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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An Edwardian antique brass rolling parallel ruler shown alongside its fitted rectangular wooden storage box.
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FAQs

A rolling parallel ruler is a technical drafting instrument fitted with an internal weighted cylinder that allows the straight edge to glide evenly across paper, maintaining a parallel trajectory for precise line drawing in cartography and navigation.

These precision instruments were predominantly constructed from solid brass or ebony due to their weight and structural stability, and were traditionally housed in tailored hardwood storage cases such as mahogany or pine.

Authentic Edwardian examples feature stamped makers marks or registration numbers, machined brass components, heavy solid construction, and original fitted timber storage boxes with brass hook latches.

Scientific instruments of this nature serve as functional desk objects or decorative display pieces when arranged on study shelving, sideboard surfaces, or within glass display cases.

Dust the brass and wooden box with a soft, dry lint-free cloth, avoiding abrasive chemical cleaners that strip historical patina, and store the instrument inside its original case to protect the rolling mechanism.
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