Nested cup weights (6) - Bronze - Nuremberg style
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Antique 6-piece nesting weights in bronze/ brass, Neurenberg style, estimated period 1850–1900.
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Antique Bronze/Bronze Plummet Weight (Arrow Orientation) – 6-piece – Nuremberg Style – 18th/19th Century
For auction: a beautiful and characterful antique plummet weight (also known as a plummet weight or 'pile de Nuremberg'), made from heavy-quality bronze or brass. This type of compact weighing instrument was historically used by traders, apothecaries, and coin-weighers to securely transport and use precision weights.
This specimen consists of the main weight (the outer 'cup' with a flap lid and robust closure) and in addition contains 5 inter-fitting, conical inner caps (plummet weights). In total the set is thus 6-piece.
The object is in an honest, unpolished condition with a splendid dark, authentic aged patina that testifies to decades of history and use. Both the hinge and the characteristic lid closure function properly.
A wonderful collectible for enthusiasts of antique scientific instruments, standard weights, or early copper and bronze alloys.
Specifications & Details
Type of object: Plummet Weight / Arrow Weight / Nesting Weights
Material: Bronze / Brass (yellow copper)
Number of parts: 6-piece (1 master weight/holder + 5 individual insert weights)
Period: 18th or 19th century
Condition: Good antique condition with clear signs of use and a lovely old patina (see underside and interior for the natural metallic color). No major defects; closure works well.
Will be well packed for shipping.
Not shipped to America.
Antique Bronze/Bronze Plummet Weight (Arrow Orientation) – 6-piece – Nuremberg Style – 18th/19th Century
For auction: a beautiful and characterful antique plummet weight (also known as a plummet weight or 'pile de Nuremberg'), made from heavy-quality bronze or brass. This type of compact weighing instrument was historically used by traders, apothecaries, and coin-weighers to securely transport and use precision weights.
This specimen consists of the main weight (the outer 'cup' with a flap lid and robust closure) and in addition contains 5 inter-fitting, conical inner caps (plummet weights). In total the set is thus 6-piece.
The object is in an honest, unpolished condition with a splendid dark, authentic aged patina that testifies to decades of history and use. Both the hinge and the characteristic lid closure function properly.
A wonderful collectible for enthusiasts of antique scientific instruments, standard weights, or early copper and bronze alloys.
Specifications & Details
Type of object: Plummet Weight / Arrow Weight / Nesting Weights
Material: Bronze / Brass (yellow copper)
Number of parts: 6-piece (1 master weight/holder + 5 individual insert weights)
Period: 18th or 19th century
Condition: Good antique condition with clear signs of use and a lovely old patina (see underside and interior for the natural metallic color). No major defects; closure works well.
Will be well packed for shipping.
Not shipped to America.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Weight
408 g
Title additional information
Nuremberg style
No. of items
6
Country of origin
Germany
Material
Bronze
Style
Industrial
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
4.5 cm
Width
6.5 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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