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Interesting and Rare Dutch Brass Bushel Balance Complete Set 1846.
For sale by Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
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Interesting and Rare Dutch Brass Bushel Balance Complete Set 1846.

19th century
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Interesting And Rare Dutch Brass Bushel Balance Complete Set 1846.

Of “2 N D Maatjes

Marked with the annual calibration marks for 1846 and 1847 and the mark of gauge master G. Kuyper master in 14 March 1820 in Groningen, died in 1860.

It is very rare to find this type of Dutch bushel still complete with its original fully marked weights and wooden stick.

All weights marked on the same way with date marks.

Still with the original brass balance and fabric pouch.

In very good original condition, there are no repairs or restorations and no missing pieces.

Size of hanging balance 20cm high.

Price: £950,—

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Height
20cm (7.87")
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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated this Dutch Brass Bushel Balance to the 19th Century.

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SA1234397
Description
Interesting And Rare Dutch Brass Bushel Balance Complete Set 1846.

Of “2 N D Maatjes

Marked with the annual calibration marks for 1846 and 1847 and the mark of gauge master G. Kuyper master in 14 March 1820 in Groningen, died in 1860.

“
It is very rare to find this type of Dutch bushel still complete with its original fully marked weights and wooden stick.
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
fig 1. An 1846 Dutch brass bushel balance set featuring a balance beam, two cylindrical brass measuring buckets, calibrated brass weights, a wooden striker, and a striped fabric pouch.
fig 1. Interesting and Rare Dutch Brass Bushel Balance Complete Set 1846.

All weights marked on the same way with date marks.

Still with the original brass balance and fabric pouch.

In very good original condition, there are no repairs or restorations and no missing pieces.

Size of hanging balance 20cm high.

Price: £950,—

Height
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated this Dutch Brass Bushel Balance to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1234397
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2019

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An 1846 Dutch brass bushel balance set featuring a balance beam, two cylindrical brass measuring buckets, calibrated brass weights, a wooden striker, and a striped fabric pouch.
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Archive I An 1846 Dutch brass bushel balance set featuring a balance beam, two cylindrical brass measuring buckets, calibrated brass weights, a wooden striker, and a striped fabric pouch.

Interesting and Rare Dutch Brass Bushel Balance Complete Set 1846.

Archive II An 1846 Dutch brass bushel balance set featuring a balance beam, two cylindrical brass measuring buckets, calibrated brass weights, a wooden striker, and a striped fabric pouch. View II
Archive III An 1846 Dutch brass bushel balance set featuring a balance beam, two cylindrical brass measuring buckets, calibrated brass weights, a wooden striker, and a striped fabric pouch. View III
Archive IV An 1846 Dutch brass bushel balance set featuring a balance beam, two cylindrical brass measuring buckets, calibrated brass weights, a wooden striker, and a striped fabric pouch. View IV
Archive V An 1846 Dutch brass bushel balance set featuring a balance beam, two cylindrical brass measuring buckets, calibrated brass weights, a wooden striker, and a striped fabric pouch. View V
Archive VI An 1846 Dutch brass bushel balance set featuring a balance beam, two cylindrical brass measuring buckets, calibrated brass weights, a wooden striker, and a striped fabric pouch. View VI
Archive VII An 1846 Dutch brass bushel balance set featuring a balance beam, two cylindrical brass measuring buckets, calibrated brass weights, a wooden striker, and a striped fabric pouch. View VII
Archive VIII An 1846 Dutch brass bushel balance set featuring a balance beam, two cylindrical brass measuring buckets, calibrated brass weights, a wooden striker, and a striped fabric pouch. View VIII
Archive IX An 1846 Dutch brass bushel balance set featuring a balance beam, two cylindrical brass measuring buckets, calibrated brass weights, a wooden striker, and a striped fabric pouch. View IX
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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Telephone 01575 540 207
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Cairngorms National Park
Angus
Scotland
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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
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An 1846 Dutch brass bushel balance set featuring a balance beam, two cylindrical brass measuring buckets, calibrated brass weights, a wooden striker, and a striped fabric pouch.
Interesting And Rare Dutch Brass Bushel Balance Complete Set 1846.
Ref: SA1234397
An 1846 Dutch brass bushel balance set featuring a balance beam, two cylindrical brass measuring buckets, calibrated brass weights, a wooden striker, and a striped fabric pouch.
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  • ObjectBalance Scales
  • Period19th century
  • Style19th Century Dutch
  • MaterialBrass, Wood, Textile
  • ColourBrass
  • MotifsTurned brass buckets, Brass balance beam, Calibrated weights, Wooden striker
  • SizeH 20 cm (8 in)

FAQs

A bushel balance is a precision scientific measuring instrument historically used to determine the specific density and weight of grain, such as wheat or barley, per volumetric bushel.

These measuring sets were typically crafted from solid brass due to its corrosion resistance and stability, often accompanied by wooden strikers and calibrated brass weights.

Authentic 19th-century balance sets feature stamped verification marks, maker initials, numerical weight designations, age-appropriate surface oxidisation, and hand-fitted brass components.

Antique balance sets are frequently styled as curio display objects on executive office desks, library bookshelves, or mantelpieces to add historical texture and warm metallic accents.

Keep brass balance sets clean by dusting with a dry, lint-free cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive polishes that strip historical patina and original verification stamps.
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