antique oak and brass ships wheel & salters scales for whale meat 19th century

This is a superb and very sturdy antique Victorian stained oak and brass set ships wheeltogether with a set of brass and iron Salter's Improved 60lb Spring balances for weighing whale meat, circa 1860 in date.

This exceptional nautical collectable was recovered from a whaling ship and features eight strong turn king cylindrical spokes, together with a set of brass and iron Salter's Improved 60lb Spring balances for weighing whale meat.The ships wheel made from beautiful high-quality solid oak which displays a magnificent patina, and has wonderful brass mounts around the circumference and to the large hub.
It is in truly excellent condition and has a distinctive decorative look, making it perfect as an exclusive home wall decor.Add this wonderful maritime collectors wheel and scales to your collection.
Condition:In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation.Dimensions in cm:Height 74 x Width 9 x Depth 9Dimensions in inches:Height 2 foot, 5 inches x Width 3 inches x Depth 3 inches
Our reference: 09939
Oak
is atreeorshrubin thegenusQuercus-Latin"oak tree" having approximately600 extant species.Oakwoodhas a density of about 0.75 g/cm3, great strength and hardness, and is very resistant to insect and fungal attack because of its hightannincontent. It also has very appealing grain markings, particularly whenquartersawn. Oak wood is very durable, easy to maintain and resistant to wear and tear which is why it can be easily handed to the next generations if taken well care of.Oak wood virtually lasts forever and you can still admire oak furniture in museums and palaces even if it was made many centuries ago. Oak has been prized since theMiddle Agesfor use in interiorpanellingof prestigious buildings such as the debating chamber of theHouse of CommonsinLondonand in the construction of fine furniture.

Antiques.co.uk Ref: XHM7MKY8H

Width (cm):

9

Height (cm):

74

Depth (cm):

9

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