Possibly Antique Primitive Wooden Abacus - Estimated Early 20th Century Educational Counting Tool.

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Estimated Early 20th-century wooden abacus with a dark hardwood frame and turned wooden beads strung on metal rods. This four-row … Read more Estimated Early 20th-century wooden abacus with a dark hardwood frame and turned wooden beads strung on metal rods. This four-row abacus features many beads, each moving smoothly across original steel rods.Constructed with visible round head nails and mortise-style joinery, it exhibits a hand-crafted, utilitarian aesthetic typical of schoolhouse teaching tools from the period.
The frame shows authentic age-related wear, including surface abrasions, minor cracks, and patina to both wood and metal. Beads remain intact and functional.A visually engaging artifact ideal for display in a study, office, or folk art collection. Vintage condition consistent with age as pictured.

Dimensions Approximately: 8.5"L, .5”W, 6.5"H See less