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Antique 20thC British Solid Silver Weighted Ruler. John Gloag Murdoch c.1910

$2,042.25
£1,495
€1,757.67
CA$2,801.08
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CHF 1,639.51
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SEK 19,894.83
DKK 13,118.09
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About the Item

Antique early-20th Century British solid silver weighted ruler, with engraved inches and centimeter markings. Mounted on the top of the ruler, there is a handle for pickup as the ruler is of a tapered design. Hallmarked English Solid Silver (925 Standard), London, year 1910 (P), Maker's mark JGM (John Gloag Murdoch). CONDITION In Great Condition - Signs of wear in keeping with age. Please refer to photographs. SIZE Height: 2.75 cm // 1.08 inches Width: 25.5 cm // 10.04 inches Depth: 2.75 cm // 1.08 inches Silver Weight: 81.2 g // 2.61 ozt Total Weight: 390.2 g // 12.54 ozt
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.09 in (2.75 cm)Width: 10.04 in (25.5 cm)Depth: 1.09 in (2.75 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1910
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. In Great Condition - Signs of wear in keeping with age. Please refer to photographs.
  • Seller Location:
    Royal Tunbridge Wells, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: J109661stDibs: LU1348242870002

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