Object number
63/582
Description
A powder measure used for measuring portions of gunpowder. It has a scale marked in Drams.
This is a powder measure, used for measuring portions of gunpowder used in shooting. It consists of a brass cylinder, the upper part of which pulls out and has a scale marked in Drams. The cylinder has a circular base, enabling it to stand upright.
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1 powder measure: metal
Archival history
MERL 'Handwritten accession' form (Institute of Agricultural History) – 'Standard museum name: … // Accession number: … // Classification: … // Negative number: … // Acquisition method: … // Acquired from: … // Date: … // Store: … // Condition: … // Recorder: JMB // Date: 10.3.86 // Description: Brass cylinder with a circular base for standing upright. The upper part has a scale in Drams. // Dimensions: Height 15.0cm // Associated information: Used to measure the powder when making cartridges. // ... // References: …'
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