Caliper

Object number@LUR
TitleCaliper
DescriptionA caliper is an instrument with two hinged, adjustable, curved legs, used to measure the thickness or the diameter of a convex or solid body. Such as being used to measure a baby's head size when they are first born or measuing your body fat.
The holes in the top are used to measure the distance.
Production periodNineteenth century
Object nameCaliper
Object categoryINSTRUMENT
MaterialIron
Dimensions
- Length: 37.5 cm
Width: 15 cm