Suanpan

Rechenhilfsmittel nach dem Prinzip des Abakus

ab 2000 BC

Suanpan

Reckoning Aid according to the principle of the Abacus

from 2000 B.C.

This elegant Suanpan, which probably dates from the 18th century, is made of a cherry wood frame with brass reinforcements as well as bamboo sticks and beads made out of bone. The wooden back panel can be slid out to the side. It shows the number 6428.
Inventory number:
FDM6678

Year of invention:
ab -2000

Year of manufacture:
ab 1700

Main category:
Einfaches Rechenhilfsmittel

Subcategories:
Abakus, Suanpan

Capacity:
9 (EW) x 5 (UZW) x 2 (RW)

Dimensions (H x B x T):
2 x 13 x 9 cm

Weight:
220 grams

This object is currently on display on the 3rd floor.