Official weighing of the copper produced by the individual smelteries was introduced by the Crown in 1633, so that an annual charge and excise could be levied. An earlier weigh-house was burnt down in the fire of 1761. The one that can be seen today was built in 1774--5.
Official weighing of copper was abolished in 1873, but weighing records for the period 1633-1873 have been preserved. The stone on the river bank carries high-water marks, showing the height of the river when it has flooded the town. The weigh-house is now used by the Dalarna museum.
Official weighing of copper was abolished in 1873, but weighing records for the period 1633-1873 have been preserved. The stone on the river bank carries high-water marks, showing the height of the river when it has flooded the town. The weigh-house is now used by the Dalarna museum.
