Description
Item number : UK DIXON PS 1105-3
Origin : United Kingdom
Style : Powder measure
Maker : James Dixon & Sons, Sheffield
Markings : The trumpet, “DIXON & SONS” and “1105” on the side of the cup
Weights : Powder/drams 3, 3¼, 3½, 3¾, 4, 4¼, 4½, 4¾ , 5
Weight : 50 grams
Materials : Brass with bone or ivory handle with engraved initials.
Condition : Good, clean and fully functioning.
Repairs : None
Remarks :
The 1882 catalogue describes this tool as:
“1105 Hard Soldered Powder Measure with Boxwood handle”