Inspector's Imperial Measure rectangular testing weights

Made:: 1965-1975

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Set of inspector's Imperial Measure rectangular testing weights
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Set of inspector's Imperial Measure rectangular testing weights (7lb to grains) with hammer and disqualification stamps in foam lined metal case. Used by the London County Council and later the London Borough of Southwark.

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Category:: Weighing & Measuring

Object Number:: 2000-1424

Materials:: brass, metal, plastic foam and complete

Measurements:: overall: 190 x 240 x 340 mm

type:: inspector's weight (imperial measure)

credit:: London Borough of Southwark

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Inspector's Imperial Measure rectangular testing weights

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