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LicenseSet of nested brass weights in screwtop case which forms the
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Set of nested brass weights in screwtop case which forms the largest weight. Whole set of 10 weights = The Nuremberg Commercial Pound, A.D.1806., total weight 8634.4 grains. Screw lid has knobbed handle, and is stamped "N" over the Bavarian arms and 1.lb, "B" and the German brass-founders mark (A.Bell). Note Nuremberg was formerly one of the "Free Cities" but was annexed by the King of Bavaria in 1806
Details
- Category:
- Weighing & Measuring
- Object Number:
- 1937-172
- type:
- german cup weight
- credit:
- Dr W.L.Hildburgh
