Antique Nesting Weights Brass Set 5 Crown Stamped French Circa 1795 Apothecary
This is an antique set of 5 brass nesting weights. Made in the late 18th century to early 19th century and sourced from France. They are crown stamped with the word livre and onces in addition to grams. The system of weights in France changed from Livre and onces to grams in 1795. As this has both it probably dates to around that time. The largest weight is 500g or 1 livre and the smallest weight 15g and. They could be apothecary weights or standard weights. Please take a look at our other items. Classic Brocante is a husband and wife team, Franc and Karen Jackson. We are based in Rugby, England, which is conveniently situated for both UK and European travel.
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Dispatched with Other Courier 3 days. The item "Antique Nesting Weights Brass Set 5 Crown Stamped French Circa 1795 Apothecary" is in sale since Monday, March 29, 2021.
This item is in the category "Collectables\Scientific Collectables\Pharmacy, Chemist & Apothecary". The seller is "classicbrocante" and is located in Rugby. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Type: Apothecary/ Chemist
- Material: Brass
- Period: Pre 1800
- Brand: Unbranded
- Modified Item: No
- Sub-Type: Scales/ Weights
- Country/Region of Manufacture: France