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Description: | A complete cast copper alloy apothecaries weight of post-medieval date. The weight is square in plan and rectangular in section and is stamped on one side with the traditional symbol for the denomination 2 drachms.The metal has a dark greenish-brown patina and is worn. The weight is 15.8mm x 14.8mm x 4.5mm and weighs 6.8g.Similar apothecaries weights can be seen in Biggs, p.9 and date to the 17th century.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | http://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/r... | Go to resource |
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