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A set of five standard metric weights, in fitted mahogany case, engraved with the following values `Myriagramme, 5 Kilogramme, 2 Kilogramme, 2 Kilogramme, Kilogramme'. Each weight punched 'RF,No.11, modele' and the largest signed `Gandolf', (1801-07)
Details
- Category:
- Weighing & Measuring
- Object Number:
- 1988-1419
- Materials:
- complete, brass (copper, zinc alloy) and wood (unidentified)
- type:
- weight
- credit:
- Turner, A.J. (France)
