Locking weights / nesting weights (2) Antique - Germany - 1850-1900
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Two antique-style patinated bronze nesting weights from Germany, estimated to date from 1850 to 1900.
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Description from the seller
Two old closure or nest weights.
Bronze with a beautiful patina.
These two highly decorative sets of weights that fit together are probably made around 1900 after a 17th/18th century example. They are provided with a felt underside to prevent damage to the surface on which they stand.
The largest is 9.5 cm high and 8.5 cm wide.
Weighs 860 grams.
The smallest is 8 cm high and 6.5 cm wide.
Weighs 485 grams.
Originating from Germany.
An antique closure weight (also called a cup weight or nest weight) was previously usually made of brass or bronze.
A hollow outer cup with a hinged lid, a bail handle and a closure in which smaller, nestable weights fit. They were used by apothecaries and merchants for weighing precious metals such as gold and silver.
In good original condition. Unaltered.
The photos are part of the description.
For environmental reasons we reuse packaging materials as much as possible.
Two old closure or nest weights.
Bronze with a beautiful patina.
These two highly decorative sets of weights that fit together are probably made around 1900 after a 17th/18th century example. They are provided with a felt underside to prevent damage to the surface on which they stand.
The largest is 9.5 cm high and 8.5 cm wide.
Weighs 860 grams.
The smallest is 8 cm high and 6.5 cm wide.
Weighs 485 grams.
Originating from Germany.
An antique closure weight (also called a cup weight or nest weight) was previously usually made of brass or bronze.
A hollow outer cup with a hinged lid, a bail handle and a closure in which smaller, nestable weights fit. They were used by apothecaries and merchants for weighing precious metals such as gold and silver.
In good original condition. Unaltered.
The photos are part of the description.
For environmental reasons we reuse packaging materials as much as possible.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Type
Locking weights / nesting weights
Bronze type
Patinated bronze
Number of objects
2
Style
Antique
Country of Origin
Germany
Material
Bronze
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
9.5 cm
Width
8.5 cm
Depth
8.5 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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