Rare instrumental plumb bob. Iron and bronze. 19Th Century.

Description:
- Instrumental plumb bob from the second half of the 19th century, with solid bronze weight, and without conserving the nut.
- It measures 10 cm. high and 4.8 cm. in diameter, with a threaded head.
- The body of the weight is cone-shaped at the tip, and the rest of the body gets bigger as you reach the head of the plumb bob.
- Both the body of the weight and the head are made of bronze, while the tip is made of iron.
- The thread is small in size and diameter, with a medium thread and pitch.
- The lower two-thirds of the weight has several subtle grooves, creating a harmonious overall effect.
- It has a chiselled ring on the smooth upper third, which gives it an elegant touch.
- No distinctive mark or contrast has been found that could provide information on 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 weight has many, but very minor knocks and scratches.
- The upper part of the body has a casting defect.
- The plumb bob has a very good and nice patina all over. The quality of the bronze casting and the execution of the plumb bob is good.
- The Plumb bob shows wear typical of it's age.

Comments:
- Both the measurements and the weight are approximate.
- Very interesting as a collector's item and as a decorative element.
- 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.