Gold scale - Brass, Wood

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Portable precision jewellers' balance dating to 1950–1960, with a wooden base and a brass balance frame featuring two suspended pans and small weights, in good condition and in working order.

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Description from the seller

This is a portable precision jeweler's balance scale, also known as a trebuchet, made of wood and metal, dating from the early 20th century.

Purpose: It was used by jewelers, blacksmiths, and pharmacists to weigh precious materials or medicinal ingredients with high precision.

Components: It includes a wooden base that doubles as a storage box, a brass balance structure with two suspended pans, and a set of small weights.

Additional Details: Many of these models have a drawer in the base to store the weights, which can vary

measures
height - 23 cm

box measurements
width - 11 cm
length - 20 cm
height - 5 cm

Please observe the photos carefully to avoid any frauds
Don’t miss this great opportunity this lot and good luck with the auction
It will be packed with great care and shipped by registered mail

This is a portable precision jeweler's balance scale, also known as a trebuchet, made of wood and metal, dating from the early 20th century.

Purpose: It was used by jewelers, blacksmiths, and pharmacists to weigh precious materials or medicinal ingredients with high precision.

Components: It includes a wooden base that doubles as a storage box, a brass balance structure with two suspended pans, and a set of small weights.

Additional Details: Many of these models have a drawer in the base to store the weights, which can vary

measures
height - 23 cm

box measurements
width - 11 cm
length - 20 cm
height - 5 cm

Please observe the photos carefully to avoid any frauds
Don’t miss this great opportunity this lot and good luck with the auction
It will be packed with great care and shipped by registered mail

Details

Era
1900-2000
No. of items
1
Country of origin
Portugal
Material
Brass, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In Working Order
Yes
Height
12 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
PortugalVerified
1035
Objects sold
100%
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