MAPPIN BROTHERS ENGLAND 1850s PRE-BAN IVORY RULER Start Price USD 99.00 Current Price USD 99.00 Time Left - Bid Count 1 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Monday, December 01, 2008 End Time Monday, December 08, 2008 Location Aridzona See more about 'MAPPIN BROTHERS ENGLAND 1850s PRE-BAN IVORY RULER' Description Pre-Ban Ivory Ruler Circa 1850 This 12 inch ruler is made from a single slice of old pre-ban African Elephant ivory.  It was part of a Mappin Brothers, Sheffield, England travel writting desk set.  The Mappin Brothers were in business at London Bridge in Sheffield in 1852 and were only partners for a few years.  The ruler was finely engraved like scrimshaw and then inked to achieve the lines, numbers, and divisions.  This a 12 inch ruler with 1/8 inch graduations.  It is 1-1/16 inches wide.  The ivory has a wonderful glossy patina and very visable grain and crosshatching.  The condition is excellent.  This would be a great addition to any collection. Note; This item will ship to US addresses only. Place a Bid!