"Complete Set Of 7 Covered Measurements Of The Metric System, In Pewter. 19th Century."
Each measure bears the official hallmark of decimal measurements in use since 1873 (photos 4 and 5). A few annual inspection date letters prove the use of these measures in a grocery store or liquor store. On the bottom, hallmark of the successor Maison LESEIGNEUR DEVERRE, in CAEN (photo 3). Remarkable homogeneity, beautiful clear and silky patina. Height: 5 to 20.5 cm. Period: last quarter of the 19th century. Very good condition. Free shipping by COLISSIMO for mainland France.