Set of nickel chromium weights (2000gm - 0.1gm) in mahogany case

Made:
London
maker:
L Oertling Limited
Set of nickel chromium weights (2000gm - 0

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Set of nickel chromium weights (2000gm - 0
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Set of nickel chromium weights (2000gm - 0.1gm) in mahogany case, by Oertling, London, mid 20th century, serial no. 16234. Black velvet lining to lid and weight recesses, fractional weights are flat white metal, one missing, tweezers missing but box contains a brass 'fork' for lifting the heavier weights.

Details

Category:
Experimental Chemistry
Object Number:
1980-833
Materials:
mahogany (wood), brass (copper, zinc alloy) and nickel
type:
weights
credit:
University of Oxford (Physical Chemistry Laboratory)