Boxed set of weights half dr to 8oz, County of Dumfries, c1909

Set of 9 flat weights to measure from 1/2 drachm to 8 oz. Each has its own compartment within a wooden box lined with dark blue velvet. The smallest has a clip to hold it in place. Set number "789". Verification stamps are present on the upper and lower surfaces of most of the weights. The typed paper label on the lid is dated 9/10/81.   Engraving reads: '8 OZ / COUNTY OF DUMFRIES / DE GRAVE SHORT & Co Ltd / LONDON / 789'
Object no :
DMWM006a-e
Creator :
De Grave Short and Company Limited
Place of Production :
London
Dimensions :
(box) height 31mm, width 165mm, depth 88mm
Materials :
wood, brass
Location :
NA
Accession number :
DUMFM:2007.3.41
Copyright :
Dumfries & Galloway Council
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