THY COLLECTIBLES 13 Digit Abacus Soroban Calculator

The abacus, a calculator invented in ancient China between 1000 BC and 500 BC, consists of a wooden frame with beads sliding on wires. Its usage predates the written Hindu-Arabic numeral system and remains popular among merchants and clerks in various countries, including China, Japan, and Africa. Additionally, the abacus is commonly used for teaching counting and mathematics.

This standard set features a 13-digit professional soroban style abacus with a plastic frame, including 5 beads per row and 13 rows. Measuring 8" x 2.5" x 0.75" (20.5cm x 6.3cm x 1.5cm), this abacus is both practical and educational. (Instruction not included)

Being an ancient Chinese invention, the abacus utilizes a counting system that predates modern numbers, making it a preferred tool among businessmen, traders, and clerks for swift calculations. It also serves as a great mathematic tool for practical use and teaching children.

Suitable for various purposes, this abacus can be used as a classic office calculator, an educational tool for children, or a valuable gift for abacus collectors.

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