Numero oggetto
56/310
Descrizione
This is a steelyard, a simple weighing machine. It is suspended by the hook at the top and the objects to be weighed are hung from the double hook at the bottom. Readings are taken by sliding the 'bob' along the horizontal arm until it is balanced. The museum holds no information about the origins or place of use of this steelyard.
Descrizione fisica
steelyard: metal; wood?
Nome oggetto
Materiale
Documento esterno
- L:\MERL\Objects\JISC 2012\60 series negatives\60_3138.tif - High resolution image