Government

Imperial gallon measure, Burgh of Dumfries, 1826

Period:

19th Century

Description:

Imperial gallon measure, cylinder shaped with two large handles.  Verification stamps are present around the rim.  Part of a set, see related items below.

 

Engraving on side:

'BURGH OF DUMFRIES / 1826 / Imperial / Gallon / 236'

Materials/Media:

brass

Dimensions:

height 172mm, diameter (rim) 205mm, width (max) 280mm

Source:

Dumfries Museum & Camera Obscura

Accession number:

DUMFM:2007.3.1

Digital Number:

DMWM015a-d

Creation Date:

1826

Copyright:

Dumfries & Galloway Council