Gold-stamped John Nesbitt Limited Yarn Assorting Balance label on the original case lid, Manchester, England.

John Nesbitt Yarn Balance with WOOL and COT Plates in Original Case

€375,00 EUR
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Gold-stamped John Nesbitt Limited Yarn Assorting Balance label on the original case lid, Manchester, England.
  • Gold-stamped John Nesbitt Limited Yarn Assorting Balance label on the original case lid, Manchester, England.
  • Closed textured presentation case with front clasp for the John Nesbitt textile yarn balance.
  • John Nesbitt yarn balance and brass measuring plates stored inside their fitted, fabric-lined case.
  • John Nesbitt brass yarn balance on its pedestal, showing the balance arm, hooks and dark backing plate.
  • Brass WOOL plate stamped J. Nesbitt Ltd, Manchester, with the additional marking ENG.
  • Brass COT cotton plate for the John Nesbitt yarn balance, with stamped Manchester maker markings.
  • John Nesbitt yarn balance displayed with its separate brass COT and WOOL plates on a wooden surface.
  • Gold-stamped John Nesbitt Limited Yarn Assorting Balance label on the original case lid, Manchester, England.
  • Closed textured presentation case with front clasp for the John Nesbitt textile yarn balance.
  • John Nesbitt yarn balance and brass measuring plates stored inside their fitted, fabric-lined case.
  • John Nesbitt brass yarn balance on its pedestal, showing the balance arm, hooks and dark backing plate.
  • Brass WOOL plate stamped J. Nesbitt Ltd, Manchester, with the additional marking ENG.
  • Brass COT cotton plate for the John Nesbitt yarn balance, with stamped Manchester maker markings.
  • John Nesbitt yarn balance displayed with its separate brass COT and WOOL plates on a wooden surface.
John Nesbitt Yarn Balance with WOOL and COT Plates in Original Case

John Nesbitt Yarn Balance with WOOL and COT Plates in Original Case

€375,00 EUR
A distinctive textile instrument from John Nesbitt Limited of Manchester: a compact yarn balance identified on its case as a “Yarn Assorting Balance.” The brass balance and separate plates marked “WOOL” and “COT” make an appealing combination for collectors of historical textile instruments and industrial measuring equipment. The gold-colored lettering on the case reads John Nesbitt Limited, 42 Market St, Manchester. According to the seller’s information, the set dates to circa 1900–1920 and is a precision textile yarn assorting balance of the pocket quadrant scale type. CONSTRUCTION AND INCLUDED ITEMS According to the seller’s information, the instrument is made of solid brass with steel components and comes in its original velvet-lined presentation case. The offered set includes the balance arm with supporting pillar and base, one brass plate marked “WOOL,” one brass plate marked “COT” for cotton, and the matching case with gold-colored maker’s lettering. The photographs show the included components. Historical completeness has not been independently established. CONDITION The brass components display a deep, aged patina and recognizable stamped markings. The seller describes the set as exceptionally well preserved, with a structurally excellent case and a well-kept velvet lining. Authentic signs of age and use are visible on the case exterior. Operation and measuring accuracy have not been confirmed. DETAILS Maker: John Nesbitt Limited Address on the case: 42 Market Street, Manchester, England Period: circa 1900–1920, according to the seller’s information Materials: brass and steel components, lined case Dimensions: approximately 15 × 9 × 4 cm Weight: approximately 245 g Only one example of this product is available. Tracked shipping is calculated separately.

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