Five black standard weights. Weights are hexagonal and are all stamped “Avery” with “ER” on their reverse.
Accession Number: 2011.ph.471
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Primary Materials: Metal
Markings:
– “100 GRM, AVERY”
– “200 GRM, AVERY”
– “500 GRM, AVERY”
– “1 KILOG, AVERY”
– “2 KILOG, AVERY”
Avery Weights are stamped “ER” on back.
Cylindrical weight: “100 GRM”
Dimensions (cm):
Smallest weight: Height = 2 cm, Diameter = 2.5 cm. Largest weight: Height = 5 cm, Diameter = 8.5 cm
Function:
Providing a standard measurement of weight.
Condition:
Good condition. Slight wear and some rust.
Associated Instruments:
Manufacturer: Avery
Date of Manufacture:
Provenance:
Acquired from Physics Department, University of Toronto.
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