Description:
- Plumb line for Construction, from the First Half of the 18th century, with a solid bronze weight, 11.3 cm. high and 5.8 cm. in diameter, which is shaped like a cylinder with a ring in its middle part, and topped with a cone-shaped bottom part and an iron tip, with a total weight of 930 gr.
- The Head of the Weight is Threaded, incorporating a grooved ring in its lower part. It has a large pitch thread and deep threads, which makes it a very strong and exact thread.
- The quality of execution of the Weight is very good, having simple casting and turning and very good finishes.
- No distinctive, brand or hallmark has been found on the Scale that could provide data on the place where it was manufactured, data on the manufacturer, as well as data on its characteristics.
- Due to the characteristics of bronze, a very attractive patina is preserved.
- The Plumb bob was probably made in southern Europe.
Conservation and Damage:
- This Plumb Bob has been well treated, so the weight is in very good condition, having many small bumps and scratches, both on the edges and edges and on the faces, all corresponding to extensive use.
- Does not preserve the Nut.
Comments:
- Both Measurements and Weight are approximate.
- The color tones in the photos are not the same as the real color tones.
- The Object is the one that corresponds to the photos.
- The description is not a detailed exposition of the Plummet.
- The data provided here are personal opinions that have not been verified.
SHIPMENTS ARE MADE ON MONDAYS.
5231 - PLUMB BOB FOR CONSTRUCTION. 18TH CENTURY...