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
date made
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
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Medicine and Science: Computers
Computers & Business Machines
Handheld Electronic Calculators
Data Source
National Museum of American History
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmah_334500