For sale is a VINTAGE ADVERTISING WOOD RULER. This functional mid-century 12 inch ruler is marked in 1/16 inch increments and advertises an an insurance agent, Mr. Roy B. Wright from Ridgefield Park, NJ. A nostalgic collectible.
Starting in the late 19th Century, companies started the practice of giving away wood rulers as a functional promotional giveaway to advertise their business. These rulers featured the company’s name, contact information, and slogans. Rulers were produced by major companies in New England, like the Stanley Rule & Level Company, and by smaller companies across the US and Canada
