Metal weight
W. & T. Avery
Category
Metalwork
Date
Unknown
Materials
Cast iron
Measurements
20 m (Height); 90 m (Dia)
Place of origin
Birmingham
Collection
Erddig, Wrexham
NT 1150151.7
Summary
A metal weight. A circular metal weight with a raised rim on the upper surface and an indentation slot from the rim to the centre to allow fixing to the weighing machine. It is marked One CWT and has a circular indentation and hole on the reverse.
Provenance
Given by Philip Yorke III (1905-1978) along with the estate, house and contents to the National Trust in 1973.
Marks and inscriptions
On the upper surface, top centre above the indentation: 1 / CWT [in lozenge shape]
Makers and roles
W. & T. Avery, manufacturer