Historical information

These weights were used to measure goods in a shop or farm produce store.

Significance

Historical: These weights were used prior to decimalisation and prior to packaging of goods.

Physical description

Solid cast iron brown weights with rim around the circumference. Embossed inside the rim at the top with the maker and weight. Slightly narrower at the base.

Inscriptions & markings

4 lb / Crane F Co. / Wolverhampton
2 lbs / Imperial / Standard
1 lb / Imperial / Standard