Collection Highlights
Come in, and Prevent a "Draft"
Date:
ca. 1863
Object Number:
PR.055.3.105
Medium:
Paper
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Set of (6) weights or measuring tools
Object Number:
INV.7994a-f
Date:
1830-1880
Medium:
Brass
Dimensions:
Overall: 7/8 x 1 7/8 x 1 1/2 in. ( 2.2 x 4.8 x 3.8 cm )
Marks:
stamped: on lid of container: "8"
stamped: inside bottom of container: "4"
stamped: inside bottom of two other pieces: "2" and "1"
Description:
Set of six nesting, brass weights or measuring tools, the largest of which has a hinged lid with latch and serves as a container for the others.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
