mangin - Balance or scale - Wood, Brass

Subject: Roberval-type precision balance in its original wooden case, accompanied by its brass weight block.

Manufacturer: Mangin (Signature: 'Mangin au Ravier Balancier'). The Mangin house was a renowned French manufacturer, recognized for the quality of its weighing instruments.

Technical details:

Mechanism: Roberval system with internal parallelogram, functional.

Display: control index (hands) visible through a central oculus with original glass.

Two circular brass trays in good condition, but a bit dented, as shown in the photo.

Box: Made of solid wood (probably oak or beech) with a beautiful antique patina. MISSING THE 3 small weights.

Weight series included

A wooden block containing his series of brass-button weights.

Main weight of 200 grams bearing numerous state inspection marks (crown marks), indicating regulated professional use.

Note: The three smallest units are missing from the block.

Good vintage condition. The object shows authentic signs of use (stains on the wood, patina on the brass) that confirm its age and history. No heavy restoration; the object remains in its original discovered state.