Imperial Half Bushel, 1824, Cornwall
Antique English imperial grain measure made of copper – “Imperial Half Bushel” – Cornwall, 1824
“Imperial” refers to the British imperial system, the official system of weights and measures introduced in the United Kingdom by the Weights and Measures Act of 1824.
A superb and rare official English copper grain measure dating from 1824, bearing the inscriptions:
“IMPERIAL HALF BUSHEL – 1824 – CORNWALL”
Manufactured by Bate, London, renowned for producing official British measurement standards (Maker of the Exchequer Standards).
This large agricultural measure was used for the trade and inspection of grain under the British imperial system introduced in 1824.
* Original riveted copper
* Original side handles
* Deep, clearly legible engravings
* Beautiful antique patina
* Dimensions: approx. 49.5 cm in diameter x 22.5 cm in height
“Imperial” refers to the British imperial system, the official system of weights and measures introduced in the United Kingdom by the Weights and Measures Act of 1824.
A superb and rare official English copper grain measure dating from 1824, bearing the inscriptions:
“IMPERIAL HALF BUSHEL – 1824 – CORNWALL”
Manufactured by Bate, London, renowned for producing official British measurement standards (Maker of the Exchequer Standards).
This large agricultural measure was used for the trade and inspection of grain under the British imperial system introduced in 1824.
* Original riveted copper
* Original side handles
* Deep, clearly legible engravings
* Beautiful antique patina
* Dimensions: approx. 49.5 cm in diameter x 22.5 cm in height
3 500 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Louis 15th - Transition
Condition: En l'etat
Material: Copper
Reference (ID): 1781281
Availability: In stock
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