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Measurement of Stone-Work

1 Perch, Masons' or Quarrymen's Measure. 16 feet long, 16 inches wide, high, 12 " 164 feet long, 18 inches wide, 12 high, 66 }-{ = 22 cubic feet. To be measured in wall. 24-75 cubic feet. To be measured in pile. 1 cubic yard = 3 feet X 3 feet = 2 cubic feet.

The cubic yard has become the standard for all contract work of late years.

Stone walls less than 16 inches thick count as if 16 inches thick to mason; over 16 inches thick, each inch additional is measured.