17th century Newport standard measures.

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17th century Newport standard measures. Photo of the measures is glued inside CWS Dixon's copy of 'The Records of Newport' by E. Jones. Text in manuscript reads:"Other measures and a 56 and a 7lb weight belonging to the Manor of Newport in my possession- CWSD. Measure on right is dated1671 - quart measures bear William and Mary stamp". Image courtesy of Shropshire Archives ref 6000.19416