Object Details
- distributor
- Craig Corporation
- Description
- This handheld electronic calculator has an array of ten digit keys, a decimal point key, and a clear entry key. Right of these is a column with four arithmetic function keys and a total key. Above the digit keys are a clear key, a percentage key, and a D key for clearing the display. A mark above the keyboard reads: CRAIG. Right of this is the on/off switch. The eight-digit LED display is behind this.
- The back of the calculator has a compartment for four batteries, with a gray ribbon to hold things in place. The compartment cover is missing. The “Operation Outline” above the battery compartment describes operating procedures. Text at the bottom of this tag reads: CRAIG 4509B SERIAL NO. 7446659 (/) CRAIG CORPORATION COMPTON CALIFORNIA 90220 MADE IN JAPAN.
- The object has a zippered leather, cloth-lined case with a hook for haning it from the belt. A mark on the front of the case reads: CRAIG.
- References:
- Guy Ball and Bruce Flamm, The Complete Collector’s Guide to Pocket Calculators, Tustin, CA: Wilson/Barnett, 1997, p. 64.
- Fairbanks Daily News-Miner, March 25, 1975, p. 16. Craig 4509B advertised as a $69.95 value selling for $37.00.
- Location
- Currently not on view
- Credit Line
- Gift of John B. Priser
- ca 1975
- ID Number
- 1986.0988.086
- catalog number
- 1986.0988.086
- accession number
- 1986.0988
- Object Name
- electronic calculator
- Other Terms
- electronic calculator; Handheld
- Physical Description
- plastic (case; keys; display cover material)
- metal (circuitry; tag material)
- cloth (ribbon material)
- Measurements
- overall: 1 1/4 in x 3 in x 5 1/2 in; 3.175 cm x 7.62 cm x 13.97 cm
- place made
- Japan
- See more items in
- Medicine and Science: Computers
- Computers & Business Machines
- Handheld Electronic Calculators
- National Museum of American History
- Record ID
- nmah_334500
- GUID (Link to Original Record)
- https://n2t.net/ark:/65665/ng49ca746ae-1bb1-704b-e053-15f76fa0b4fa
