 Click thumbnail for a larger image. | Creator(s): unknown Date: 1874 - Description: The Gunther chain is a survey measuring instrument which has a total length of 22 yards. This is divided into 100 links, of a length of 7.92 inches in length. Originally invented by Edward Gunter in (1581-1626). This Gunter chain was used by the Campbell-Smith family of Land Surveyors, through generations, in the St Helens area, from 1874-1987. Format: Realia Object: chains Titles: Gunter chain Institution: St Helens History Room Object number: STH_000021 Disclaimer The content of this record is provided by St Helens History Room. For any questions about the content please contact them. |
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