ONE DATED 1826, THE OTHER OF A SIMILAR DATE

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TWO GEORGE IV IRON-BOUND OAK MEASURES
One dated 1826, the other of a similar date
Each of coopered form with carrying handles, one branded twice with a crown and 'GRIV 1826' and twice with a crown and 'GR'; the other with a crown above 'N, NO.3' and with two crowns quartered above a larger crown and '4 PECKS'
19¾ in. (50 cm.) diam. excluding handles (2)

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Lot Essay

In 1826 a new law was introduced classifying standard weights and measures.
The 'N' mark is possibly a Town and County stamp for Nottingham.

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