Antique, Tennis Court Tape Measure

Antique, Tennis Court Tape Measure

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Reference

29083

Rare Lawn Tennis Court Tape Measure.
This useful tool is made of brass with a 78' canvas tape. The paper label applied to one side shows the measurements of a singles and doubles lawn tennis court with the net height and post positions. Anyone with a lawn large enough could purchase a complete boxed set with the necessary equipment and set up a lawn tennis court. This was a vital piece of equipment to do this accurately.

Dimensions:

Height 3 cm / 1 "
Diameter 9.6 cm / 4"
Period

1850-1899

Year

1870's

Medium

Brass

Country

United Kingdom

Condition

Beginning of tape repaired, stained print.

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