Summary
Assay balance and four standard weights in a wooden box manufactured by W & T Avery, England, circa 1850s. An Assay balance is a very sensitive balance used in the assaying of gold, silver, etc., for weighing the beads.
Physical Description
Metal scales and standard weights contained within a small wooden box. The scales are comprised of two circular brass pans suspended via brass chains to a metal balance. The steel balance has curved ends through which the chains are looped. In the centre of the balance is a decorative spike, and hanging attachment. There are four standard 'Penny weights' ranging in weight from 3 to 4,5 & 6. The brass weights have an image of a crown on one side and the weight on the other. The base of the box is lined with blue felt and the lid is secured with a hook and eye attachment.
More Information
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Purchase
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Manufacturer
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Inscriptions
Printed on paper label on inside of box lid: 'W & T Avery, Late T.Beach Manufacturers of all kinds of scales, scale beams etc..'
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Classification
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Discipline
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
24 cm (Length), 8.5 cm (Width), 15 cm (Height), 8.24 cm (Outside Diameter)
DIMENSIONS OF BALANCE SCALES GIVEN ABOVE, DIAMETER RELATES TO SIZE OF PANS; DIMENSIONS OF BOX 18 cm L x 10.5 cm W x 3 cm H.
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Exhibition Collection Management
24 mm (Length), 8.5 mm (Width), 15 mm (Height)
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Dimensions
175 mm (Length), 107 mm (Width), 35 mm (Height)
Measurement From Conservation. Measuring Method: Max. dimensions as per conservation requirements.
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Keywords
Assay Balances, Balances, Physical Apparatus & Instruments, Scales & Balances
