Weights

Object/Artifact

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Toronto's First Post Office

Obverse

Obverse

Name/Title

Weights

Entry/Object ID

2016.6.16.1-3

Tags

Weights and Measures

Description

Round brass stacking weights. Three (3) weights, in denominations of 2oz, 1oz and 1/2 (unit unknown). Numerous impressed markings on the weights, including 'AK & Sons' on the 1oz weight. Additional material, white metal on bottom of 2oz weight. Divet drilled in bottom of 2oz weight.

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1870

Dimensions

Height

0.1 cm

Width

3.4 cm

Depth

0.2 cm

Dimension Notes

.1: 3.4Ø; .2: 2.6Ø; .3: 2.4Ø

Update Date

October 28, 2021