Caliper Belonging to Gottlieb Daimler, circa 1880
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This set of metric calipers, used to take precise measurements, is inscribed "G Daimler" on the handle. It was in a tool chest given to Henry Ford Museum by Daimler's daughter Emilie in 1930.
This set of metric calipers, used to take precise measurements, is inscribed "G Daimler" on the handle. It was in a tool chest given to Henry Ford Museum by Daimler's daughter Emilie in 1930.
Artifact
Caliper
Date Made
circa 1880
On Exhibit
at Henry Ford Museum in Driving America
Object ID
30.1910.5
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Brass (Alloy)
Metal
Steel (Alloy)
Dimensions
Width: 2.062 in
Length: 7.875 in
Depth: .125 in
Inscriptions
On handle: G. Daimler
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