Buy Plumb bob solid bronze construction. Rare. S.XVII.

- Plumb bob Construction of the second half of the 17th century, with solid bronze weight and without conserving the nut.
- The body of the weight is truncated cone-shaped, 8.3 cm. high and 4.8 cm. in diameter, with a fixed head.
- Due to its characteristics it could be earlier, but we are more inclined towards the second half of the 17th century. It is a rare and high quality plumb bob.
- There are several deep grooves along the body.
- The bronze has a very good composition, retaining a natural lustre.
- No distinctive mark or contrast has 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 Pesa has many, but very minor knocks and scratches.
- The quality of the bronze casting and the execution of the plumb bob is very good.
- There is a very good and nice patina all over the plumb bob.
- The plumb bob shows the wear and tear of it"s age.