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Weight: M.42 & A-1940

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Description

A pair of lead weights (possibly from a clock) with brass loops for suspension. Each weight is approximately square.

Legal notes

Given by Miss E. Rothwell in memory of the late W. E. Miller, F.S.A

Measurements and weight

Height: 2.9 cm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given by Rothwell, E., Miss

Components of the work

Weight composed of lead
Loops composed of brass (alloy)

Identification numbers

Accession number: M.42 & A-1940
Primary reference Number: 139967
Old object number: M.2-1930
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Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Tuesday 25 February 2020 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

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Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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