Set of scales and weights
ClockmakerOwned by
Daniel Burnap
(American, 1759 - 1838)
Dateearly 19th century
Mediumwood, metal
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions of box: (Length) 5 1/2 x (Height) 1 x (Width) 2 5/8in. (14 x 2.5 x 6.7cm)
ClassificationsTools
Credit LineGift of Sylvia G. Brown
Object number2015.132.1
DescriptionA wooden box, the lid split in two along the longer axis with staples holding together another split parallel to the first, small wire loops for hinges, and a wire loop into which a hook is slipped. Inside the box, which is lined on the bottom with green burlap, is a set of scales made of brass, accompanied by three cylindrical lead weights of various sizes, one cylindrical brass weight, two square brass weights imprinted with five cirles and a small square on both sides, five sticks of iron, a handwrought nail and a brass tack.
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