It can be a real pleasure to find old objects lying around, with their dates of acquisition marked on the side. January 29th, ’09!
Which ’09, exactly?
Olin Science Building was constructed in 1954, so it’s doubtful this particular post holder dates back to 1909. Especially as the lettering on both sides matches up.
So we were still purchasing equipment for the old, cast-iron optics rails as recently as 15 years ago? Wow.