1974/001
L-shaped causeway sett dresser’s square
c.1900
L-shaped causeway sett dresser’s square in iron of overall dimensions 12.5 x 4.5 in divided for length in ¼ inches from 2 in to 7 in. Used in Edinburgh for measuring while dressing setts.
To be technically precise (ie: according to BS EN 1342:2001), a sett is a dressed block of stone having plan dimensions that are 50-300mm in length, and a thickness of at least 50mm. The length and/or width should not usually be greater than twice the thickness.
| Acquisition Number | 1974/001 |
|---|---|
| Item Type | |
| Short Description | Causeway sett dresser's square |
| Manufactured by | |
| Date of Manufacture | c. 1900 |
| Sub-items | None |
| Supporting Items | None |
| Makers Number | None |
| Marks | "NORTHBURN" and "STEEL"(?) |
| Dimensions (mm) | 330 x 118 x 10 |
| Donor | |
| Date Donated | June 1973 |
| Materials | Iron |
| Condition | Good |
| Display Location | William Arrol Building. Level 1. Student Crush Area. Case 12. Base. |
