Early G. VAN RIPER Mahogany Level

A nice 14″ mahogany level labeled under the vial, “G. Van Riper” with a decorative border around the name. There was a George Vanriper living in Caldwell, NJ listed in the 1860 Federal Census as a carpenter at the age of 23. Vial is full and working. Previously from the legendary collection of Don Rosebrook and still retains his inventory sticker.