CIN28:  Nuremberg Nested Weights


Nuremberg nested weights for Italian use, 18th century. The master cup measures 10 cm diameter at the top x 6.9 cm diameter at the bottom x 7.8 cm high. Binary system-368.84 g. Total theoretical weight = 8 Piedmont pounds; case = 64 oncie; 32 oncie, 16 oncie, 8 oncie, 4 oncie, 2 oncie, 1 oncie, 1/2 oncie, 1/4 oncie, 1/8 oncie, 1/16 oncie, 1/32 oncie/cup. Marked with a key and arrow. Identified by Houben. Reference: Kisch. Scales & Weights, p. 175, chart 5, #67.