Before the development of numbers, people used hands and fingers to count. When counting went past 10, pebbles or stones were employed. However, merchant needed a way not only to count their own goods but also a way in which to calculate the cost of the goods. Abacuses and counting board developed to fulfill such a need. An early form of the abacus was developed circa 3000 B.C.E. The first true
abacus appeared sometime around 1200 C.E. in China. This abacus is a classic abacus known as the 2/5ths abacus because it has two beads on the upper deck and 5 beads on the lower deck. Made out of ox bone, it has a smooth and clean look and touch. Add this ancient Chinese counting device to your home or office as an interesting and one of a kind decoration.
• made from ox bone
• 4.75" length x 0.4" width x 2.1" height
Imported from China.
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