Antique brass balance weights – calibrated - Netherlands - From 1880
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Antique brass balance weights set, calibrated, with a wooden block, originating from the Netherlands and dating from around 1880, including hectogram and decigram weights with official calibration marks, complete and functional with a fine patina.
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Description from the seller
Beautiful and fully original brass balance weights set, originating from a European trading or apothecary environment. The set consists of both hectogram and decigram weights and gram weights. Housed in a wooden block. All weights bear official calibration and re-calibration stamps, confirming their professional provenance and historical authenticity. The calibration stamps date from 1880. Please examine all photos carefully to get a good impression of their condition. They are an integral part of the description.
Composition of the set
• 1x 5 HECTOGRAM (22 marks from 1902)
• 1x 2 HECTOGRAM (19 marks from 1922)
• 1x 1 HECTOGRAM (19 marks from 1893)
• 1x 1 HECTOGRAM (16 marks from 1912)
• 1x 5 DG (14 marks from 1880)
• Wooden block.
Noteworthy details
• Multiple official calibration and re-calibration stamps on the weights.
• The calibration and master stamps confirm professional use in trade or pharmacy.
• Nice patina appropriate to the age.
• Fully functional and complete.
• Rare hectograms and decigram weights present.
• Collectible object for enthusiasts of historical measuring instruments, antiques, or the history of science.
Carefully packed and insured shipping.
Beautiful and fully original brass balance weights set, originating from a European trading or apothecary environment. The set consists of both hectogram and decigram weights and gram weights. Housed in a wooden block. All weights bear official calibration and re-calibration stamps, confirming their professional provenance and historical authenticity. The calibration stamps date from 1880. Please examine all photos carefully to get a good impression of their condition. They are an integral part of the description.
Composition of the set
• 1x 5 HECTOGRAM (22 marks from 1902)
• 1x 2 HECTOGRAM (19 marks from 1922)
• 1x 1 HECTOGRAM (19 marks from 1893)
• 1x 1 HECTOGRAM (16 marks from 1912)
• 1x 5 DG (14 marks from 1880)
• Wooden block.
Noteworthy details
• Multiple official calibration and re-calibration stamps on the weights.
• The calibration and master stamps confirm professional use in trade or pharmacy.
• Nice patina appropriate to the age.
• Fully functional and complete.
• Rare hectograms and decigram weights present.
• Collectible object for enthusiasts of historical measuring instruments, antiques, or the history of science.
Carefully packed and insured shipping.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Type
Antique brass balance weights – calibrated
Wood type
Oak
Over 200 years old
No
Country of Origin
Netherlands
Material
Brass, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
8 cm
Width
20 cm
Depth
6.5 cm
Estimated period
From 1880
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