Rectangular brass pedometer in the form of a brass box

Made:: Germany

Rectangular brass pedometer in the form of a brass box with an opening lid. Within are five circular dials of diminishing size. Pinned plates. Steel lever to one side. Belt clips. In the style of Johann Willibrand. 18th century. Probably German. 97mm x 45mm

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Category:: Clockmakers

Object Number:: L2017-2143

Materials:: brass (copper, zinc alloy) and steel (metal)

Measurements:: overall: 45 mm x 97 mm,

type:: pedometer

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Rectangular brass pedometer in the form of a brass box

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