ancienne de précision - Balance or scale - Brass, Wood

Ancient brass precision balance mounted on a wooden box with a storage drawer. Scientific or laboratory instrument dating from the late 19th or early 20th century. The balance displays a beautiful original patina and is an interesting decorative and collectible object. Note: a suspension component is broken (see photos), so the balance is sold as is for restoration or decoration. Signs of wear, oxidation, and possible age-related gaps. No weights included.

Highly sought after in the worlds of industrial design, scientific curiosities, old medical technology, laboratory optics, steampunk, and rare measuring instruments.
Ideal for a collector, industrial loft decoration, cabinet of curiosities, or scientific display case (theodolite, microscope, sextant, compass).