Letter scales
S.Mordan and Co.
Category
Wooden objects
Date
1860 - 1900
Materials
Brass, Oak
Measurements
120 mm (H)265 mm (W)140 mm (D)
Place of origin
London
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Speke Hall, Merseyside
NT 1196227
Summary
Brass postal scales, cf. SPE.BR.013, circular weighing pan and rectangular letter plate engraved with RATES OF POSTAGE, raised on two pierced scroll supports, fitted to rectangular oak stand on bun feet. Accompanied by 12oz, 10oz and 1.2 oz weights.
Marks and inscriptions
S.MORDAN and CO. LONDON; BOOK POST UP TO 5 LBS ONE HALF PENNY FOR EVERY TWO OUNCES (stamped on weighing pan and support)
Makers and roles
S.Mordan and Co., manufacturer