unknownApothecary/Pharmacy weights (2) Industrial design - Germany - 1850-1900

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Antique brass metric weight set from Germany, dating to 1850–1900, in industrial design, with an original mahogany wood holder and weights up to 1000 g, plus a smaller apothecary weight box with tweezers, glass cover and fractional weights; good condition with patina.

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Antique brass metric weight set with additional apothecary and laboratory weights.

The main metric set appears complete and retains matching inspection marks dating from the late 19th century. The weights are presented in their original wooden holder and include multiple graduated brass weights up to 1000 g.

Also included is a smaller apothecary/pharmacy weight box with tweezers, glass cover and additional fractional weights. This smaller set is incomplete but remains visually attractive and highly decorative.

Several additional loose antique weights with old inspection marks are included together with the lot.

The lot shows beautiful age-related patina and signs of authentic use.
No major restorations observed.

Estimated origin: Germany / Central Europe.
Late 19th to early 20th century.

Antique brass metric weight set with additional apothecary and laboratory weights.

The main metric set appears complete and retains matching inspection marks dating from the late 19th century. The weights are presented in their original wooden holder and include multiple graduated brass weights up to 1000 g.

Also included is a smaller apothecary/pharmacy weight box with tweezers, glass cover and additional fractional weights. This smaller set is incomplete but remains visually attractive and highly decorative.

Several additional loose antique weights with old inspection marks are included together with the lot.

The lot shows beautiful age-related patina and signs of authentic use.
No major restorations observed.

Estimated origin: Germany / Central Europe.
Late 19th to early 20th century.

Details

Wood type
Mahogany
Brass type
Cast brass
Type
Apothecary/Pharmacy weights
Style subtype
Industrial design
Weight
4500 g
Manufacturer/brand
unknown
Era
1400-1900
Style
Industrial
Number of objects
2
Country of Origin
Germany
Material
Brass, Steel, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
9 cm
Width
35 cm
Depth
12 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Title additional information
Inspection marks 1878-88
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Objects sold
Private

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