Weights set
Category
Metalwork
Date
1716
Materials
Bronze
Measurements
85 mm (H); 100 mm (W)
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Erddig, Wrexham
NT 1147685.1
Summary
Weights set. The outermost of a set of eleven bucket-shaped bronze concentric 'standard' weights and measures. The circular hinged cover has an inscription and opens to reveal other weights. Inscribed 'For the use of John Meller Esqr. anno 1716'.
Provenance
Given by Phillip Yorke III (1905-1978) along with the estate, house and contents to the National Trust in 1973.
Marks and inscriptions
On the lid: FOR . THE . VSE . OF . IOHN . MELLER . ESQR . ANO . 1716 / LXIII oz AB