Money changer's scales in plush and gold braided case

Made:
1768-1782 in Dublin
Money Changers Scales (c

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Money Changers Scales (c
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Money Changers Scales (c.1760-80), finely designed with engraved silver pans, stamped J.W. ; two labels inside lid, by JAMES WARREN AT THE SIGN OF ST. DUNSTANS ROW DUBLIN; sharkskin case decorated inside with gold braid and plush lining

Details

Category:
Weighing & Measuring
Object Number:
1993-1263
type:
money scales and coin beamscale
credit:
National Maritime Museum (Gabb Collection)