Record-keeping device made of strings and knots Crossword Clue

While searching our database we found 1 possible solution for the: Record-keeping device made of strings and knots crossword clue. This crossword clue was last seen on July 5 2025 New York Times Crossword puzzle. The solution we have for Record-keeping device made of strings and knots has a total of 5 letters.

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Definition

A contrivance employed by the ancient Peruvians, Mexicans, etc., as a substitute for writing and figures, consisting of a main cord, from which hung at certain distances smaller cords of various colors, each having a special meaning, as silver, gold, corn, soldiers. etc. Single, double, and triple knots were tied in the smaller cords, representing definite numbers. It was chiefly used for arithmetical purposes, and to register important facts and events.

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99% QUIPU Record-keeping device made of strings and knots New York Times


Recent Usage in Crossword Puzzles:

  • New York Times Crossword, July 5 2025

The answer we have in our database for "Record-keeping device made of strings and knots" is: QUIPU

There are a total of 5 letters in QUIPU

The crossword clue "Record-keeping device made of strings and knots" was last spotted on July 5 2025

"Record-keeping device made of strings and knots" was last seen on New York Times Crossword