Measuring beaker (7) - Tin - Circa 1900 - metric measuring jugs

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Seven antique tin metric measuring jugs in antique style, dating from circa 1900, with TB marks and Franstype capacity inscriptions, heights from 8 to 16 cm and dimensions about 9 cm wide by 16 cm deep, in good used condition with minor signs of age and spots.

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Antique calibrated French measuring jugs/cups – set of multiple sizes (decilitre, double decilitre, demi-litre) – with TB stamps

Description

Beautiful set of antique metric liquid measuring jugs/cups, with French-language markings such as 'DECILITRE', 'DOUBLE DECILITRE' and 'DEMI LITRE'. These vessels were historically used in trade and the hospitality industry as measuring units.

The set is equipped with several stamps/inspection marks, including a clearly TB-brand in a sunburst ring and additional control/approval marks on the bottom and handle (see photos). A handsome industrial design with a pouring lip and handle.

Origin: France / French-speaking Belgium (Wallonia)
Period (estimate): ca. 1890–1930
Material: tin-colored metal/alloy (probably zinc alloy or tin-poor pewter)
Condition: used, with normal signs of use (scratches, patina/oxidation, small spots). No large cracks seen; see photos for the exact condition.

Dimensions (height)
• Heights measured: approx. 8 cm / 10 cm / 12 cm / 16 cm (per piece, see photos)

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Antique calibrated French measuring jugs/cups – set of multiple sizes (decilitre, double decilitre, demi-litre) – with TB stamps

Description

Beautiful set of antique metric liquid measuring jugs/cups, with French-language markings such as 'DECILITRE', 'DOUBLE DECILITRE' and 'DEMI LITRE'. These vessels were historically used in trade and the hospitality industry as measuring units.

The set is equipped with several stamps/inspection marks, including a clearly TB-brand in a sunburst ring and additional control/approval marks on the bottom and handle (see photos). A handsome industrial design with a pouring lip and handle.

Origin: France / French-speaking Belgium (Wallonia)
Period (estimate): ca. 1890–1930
Material: tin-colored metal/alloy (probably zinc alloy or tin-poor pewter)
Condition: used, with normal signs of use (scratches, patina/oxidation, small spots). No large cracks seen; see photos for the exact condition.

Dimensions (height)
• Heights measured: approx. 8 cm / 10 cm / 12 cm / 16 cm (per piece, see photos)

Levering

Will be carefully packaged and shipped. Photos are part of the description.
Shipped with Catawiki's smart shipping and insured with smart shipping insurance.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
No
Title additional information
metric measuring jugs
No. of items
7
Material
Tin
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
16 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
16 cm
Estimated period
Circa 1900
Sold by
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Objects sold
Private

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