Scale - Steel, Iron, Wood, Brass - English postal scale

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A two-pan postal scale from the late 19th to early 20th century, with a wooden base and a weighing mechanism housed inside, whose arms, supports and fulcrum are iron or steel and whose pans and weights are brass, made in the United Kingdom and in good working order.

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This is a two-pan balance scale of a commercial or counter type, dating from the late 19th century to the early 20th century, used for weighing goods and products. The structure rests on a polished wooden base, inside which the weighing mechanism is housed. The arms, supports, and fulcrum system are made of iron or steel, while the pans and weights are in brass. The metal surfaces show engravings and a uniform patina due to use, which testifies to the historical and functional value of the instrument.

This is a two-pan balance scale of a commercial or counter type, dating from the late 19th century to the early 20th century, used for weighing goods and products. The structure rests on a polished wooden base, inside which the weighing mechanism is housed. The arms, supports, and fulcrum system are made of iron or steel, while the pans and weights are in brass. The metal surfaces show engravings and a uniform patina due to use, which testifies to the historical and functional value of the instrument.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
English postal scale
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Material
Brass, Iron, Steel, Wood
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
In Working Order
Yes
Height
8 cm
Width
21 cm
Depth
11 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
ItalyVerified
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Object sold
Private

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