Antiques - PLUMB BOB NICKEL PLATED IRON CONSTRUCTION. LARGE THREAD SIZE.

Plumb bob nickel plated iron construction. Large thread size.

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$ 424.00


 Author:
Unknown
 Period:
First half of XX Century
 Material:
Nickel-plated iron
 Measures:
[Height x Width]  5.31 x 1.14 inc.
 Weight:
14.18 oz
 Conservation:
Very good

Ref.: A.G2.M.INS.HER.PLO.INS.CC.3550.Plomada

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Description:
- Plumb bob construction from the first half of the 20th century of great size.
- The weight has the shape of a cone-shaped cylinder 13,5 cm high, 2,9 cm in diameter and weighs 402 gr.
- The body of the weight is made of iron, with a threaded head and a large thread.
- It has a striated band on the equator of the cylinder, which gives it a great aesthetic appeal.
- The thread is of very large size and medium diameter, with a medium thread and pitch.
- It is solid iron, probably made on a lathe, the marks of which can be seen on the upper part of the body.
- The aesthetics of the plumb bob are very beautiful and harmonious.
- No distinctive markings, marks or contrasts have been found, which could provide information about the place where it was made, the maker"s details, or any other information.
- The plumb bob was probably made in southern Europe.
Preservation and damage:
- The plumb bob is in a good state of preservation, although the plumb bob has several knocks and scratches, both on the edges and on the faces.
- There is a very good and beautiful patina all over the plumb bob.
- The quality of the cast iron and the execution of the plumb bob is very 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 description of the object.
- The data provided here are personal opinions not contrasted.








 



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