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Description
An abacus, also called a counting frame, is a calculating tool used for performing arithmetic processes.
This abacus was in the possession of Adrian B. Hooper, who attended school on Islesboro.
About This Item
- Title: Abacus, Islesboro, ca. 1900
- Creation Date: circa 1900
- Subject Date: circa 1900
- Location: Islesboro, Waldo County, ME
- Media: Wood, metal
- Dimensions: 27 cm x 24 cm x 2 cm
- Local Code: 1995.010
- Object Type: Physical Object
Cross Reference Searches
Standardized Subject Headings
- Education--Maine--Islesboro
- Abacus
- Mathematical instruments--Maine--Islesboro
- Hooper, Adrian B.--Associated objects
- Schools--Maine--Islesboro
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For more information about this item, contact:
Islesboro Historical SocietyPO Box 301, 388 Main Road, Islesboro, ME 04848
(207) 734-6733
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