CIN26:  Nuremberg Nested Weights


Nuremberg nested weights for French use, G. Z. mark identified as Georg Ziegenquist, 1708-1729. The master cup measures 12.9 cm diameter at the top x 9 cm diameter at the bottom x 10.6 cm high. Binary system-489.5 g. Total theoretical weight = 16 French pounds; case = 8 pounds; 4 pounds, 2 pounds, 1 pound, 1/2 pound, 4 oz, 2 oz, 1 oz, 4 gros, 2 gros, 1 gros, 1/2 gros/cup. Marked with a key and arrow and the initials G. Z. Identified by Lavagne. Reference: Kisch. Scales & Weights, p. 175, chart 5, #26 and 67.