Post/letter scale - Cast iron, Steel, Slate - Mechanical letter scale

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Elena Napoleone
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Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.

Estimate  € 120 - € 170
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Early 20th‑century mechanical balance scale from 1900–1910, made of steel with a black stone base (slate), in excellent condition and in working order, with dimensions 17 cm high, 12 cm wide and 8 cm deep and a weight of 600 g.

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Early 20th-century mechanical balance scale, likely used for precision weighing in a professional or technical context (e.g. pharmacy, laboratory or postal use).

The scale is made of steel with a black stone base (possibly slate). It features a compact and robust construction with clearly visible mechanical components and engraved measurement markings. The mechanism is intact and moves freely.

The object shows visible signs of age and use, including surface wear and patina consistent with its age, but remains structurally sound.

An authentic industrial object with a strong functional aesthetic.

Early 20th-century mechanical balance scale, likely used for precision weighing in a professional or technical context (e.g. pharmacy, laboratory or postal use).

The scale is made of steel with a black stone base (possibly slate). It features a compact and robust construction with clearly visible mechanical components and engraved measurement markings. The mechanism is intact and moves freely.

The object shows visible signs of age and use, including surface wear and patina consistent with its age, but remains structurally sound.

An authentic industrial object with a strong functional aesthetic.

Details

Stone type
Slate
Metal type
Steel
Iron type
Cast iron
Style subtype
Industrial design
Weight
600 g
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Mechanical letter scale
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Germany
Material
Iron, Metal, Stone
Colour
Black, Brown
Style
Industrial
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
In Working Order
Yes
Height
17 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
8 cm
Estimated Period
1900-1910
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