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Set of four imperial fuel standard measures by Gaskell & Chambers in case

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A set of four copper and brass CHEKPUMP imperial fuel standard measures, by Gaskell & Chambers, dated 1931 made for the County Borough of Wallasey. Three gallon, Two gallon, One gallon & Half gallon. Marked: GASKELL & CHAMBERS Ltd. MAKERS. DALE END WORKS BIRMINGHAM Serial number: 252. In original fitted oak case, with rope handles, with brass escutcheon, dated 1930, with corresponding serial number and markers mark. Gaskell and Chambers of Coleshill Street, Birmingham, established in 1797.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 22 in (55.88 cm)
  • Style:
    Industrial (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1931
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Copper and brass work has been cleaned and polished.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1190241667062

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