Set of sixteen brass avoirdupois standard weights by W. and T. Avery Ltd
- Made:
- 1901 in Birmingham
- maker:
- W and T Avery Limited
Set of sixteen brass avoirdupois standard weights by W. and T. Avery Ltd., Birmingham in fitted oak case, larger weights inscribed "CITY OF LEEDS", 1901, 56lb, 28lb, 14lb, 7lb, 4lb, 2lb, 1lb, (bell-shaped)8oz, 4oz, 2oz, 1oz, 8dr, 4dr, 2dr, 1dr, 1/2dr, (disc-shaped), in fitted mahogany case
Details
- Category:
- Weighing & Measuring
- Object Number:
- 1980-1111
- Materials:
- mahogany (wood), brass (copper, zinc alloy) and oak (wood)
- credit:
- Christie's (St. James's)
