Antiques - PLUMB BOB INCOMPLETE CONSTRUCTION. BRONZE. S.XX.

Plumb bob Incomplete construction. Bronze. S.XX.

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$ 137.80


 Author:
Unknown
 Period:
First half of XX Century
 Material:
Bronze
 Measures:
[Height x Width]  4.29 x 1.22 inc.
 Weight:
17.53 oz
 Conservation:
Good

Ref.: A.G2.M.INS.HER.PLO.CON.C.3119.Plomada

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Description:
- Complete plumb bob for Construction of the First Half of the 19th Century.
- The body of the weight is cylindrical in shape, 10.9 cm. high and 3.1 cm. in diameter, with a threaded head.
- The thread is of large size and medium diameter, with a large thread and pitch.
- Several deep grooves are turned along the body, creating a harmonious overall effect.
- On the base of the body of the plumb bob is the distinctive No. 30, which corresponds to the size of the Pesa. The badge is made with a die-cut punch.
- The fact that a plumb bob has a distinctive mark, mark or contrast, other than the number of its size, is a very rare detail and of great importance for the interest of the plumb bob.
- The plumb bob was probably made in southern Europe.
Conservation and damage:
- The plumb bob is in a good state of preservation, with many, but very minor knocks and scratches.
- There is a very good and beautiful patina all over the plumb bob. The quality of the casting and the execution of the plumb bob is good.
- The Plumb bob shows wear typical of it"s age.

Comments:
- Both the Measurements, as well as the Weight, are approximate.
- Very interesting as a collector- The tones of the colours in the photos are not equal to the tones of the real colours.
- The object for sale is the one that corresponds to the photos. The description is not a detailed exposition of the object.
- The data provided here are personal opinions not contrasted.








 



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