Post/letter scale - Iron, Enamel, Brass - Letter scale
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Antique German double-scale letter scale in iron with brass moving parts and white enamel scales, weighing 800 g, 28 cm high, 22 cm wide and 12 cm deep, in reasonably well-used condition and in working order with minor wear.
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Antique double-grade, German-made letter scale, bearing the official D.R.G.M. (Deutsches Reichs-Gebrauchs-Muster) patent mark and its registration number 192759 clearly visible on the dial. This precision instrument with undeniable industrial charm rests on an elegant black textured cast-iron violin-shaped base, beautifully contrasting with the moving brass mechanisms. Its double white enamel measuring scale allows for a precise reading of postal weights. As you can imagine, with its sea-astronomer-like appearance, it will immediately impart a serious cabinet-of-curiosities or old post office vibe to your interior, even if you only weigh your online-return packages. The item is in good condition for its age, the mechanism swings freely and retains all its original patina with only a few light, normal signs of wear. For technical details, the device records a sturdy weight of 800 grams, with a height of 28 centimeters, a width of 22 centimeters and a depth of 12 centimeters. Take the time to look at the photos to appreciate the details of the cast iron and the state of the enamel. A superb piece for postal-history collectors or vintage décor enthusiasts. The shipment will be exceptionally well-packaged and carefully prepared so that the dial and the structure travel in absolute safety to your home.
Antique double-grade, German-made letter scale, bearing the official D.R.G.M. (Deutsches Reichs-Gebrauchs-Muster) patent mark and its registration number 192759 clearly visible on the dial. This precision instrument with undeniable industrial charm rests on an elegant black textured cast-iron violin-shaped base, beautifully contrasting with the moving brass mechanisms. Its double white enamel measuring scale allows for a precise reading of postal weights. As you can imagine, with its sea-astronomer-like appearance, it will immediately impart a serious cabinet-of-curiosities or old post office vibe to your interior, even if you only weigh your online-return packages. The item is in good condition for its age, the mechanism swings freely and retains all its original patina with only a few light, normal signs of wear. For technical details, the device records a sturdy weight of 800 grams, with a height of 28 centimeters, a width of 22 centimeters and a depth of 12 centimeters. Take the time to look at the photos to appreciate the details of the cast iron and the state of the enamel. A superb piece for postal-history collectors or vintage décor enthusiasts. The shipment will be exceptionally well-packaged and carefully prepared so that the dial and the structure travel in absolute safety to your home.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
800 g
Title additional information
Letter scale
No. of items
1
Country of origin
Germany
Material
Brass, Enamel, Iron
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
In Working Order
Yes
Height
28 cm
Width
22 cm
Depth
12 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
