Balance or scale - Onyx

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Vintage decorative balance scale crafted from onyx and brass, made in Italy, dating to the 1960s, in good used condition with minor signs of age, with two onyx bowls, 14 × 13 × 10 cm, 548 g, in working order.

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Vintage decorative balance scale in onyx and brass – Italy – circa 1960-1980

Elegant vintage decorative balance scale made from natural banded onyx and brass, probably produced in Italy in the second half of the 20th century. This stylish object combines the warm appearance of polished onyx with classic metal details and is a handsome decorative piece for a desk, library, or display cabinet.
The balance features two onyx bowls suspended from metal chains. The natural veining in the onyx makes each piece unique. In good vintage condition with normal signs of use and aging. No visible maker's mark.
Dimensions and condition see photos
Weight: 548 g

Will be carefully packaged and insured for shipping

Keywords
Italy, Italian design, onyx, banded onyx, brass, decorative balance, balance scale, scale, Scale of Justice, vintage, mid-century, Hollywood Regency, desk decor, office, collectible, natural stone, interior decoration, malachite, lapis, agate, art deco

Vintage decorative balance scale in onyx and brass – Italy – circa 1960-1980

Elegant vintage decorative balance scale made from natural banded onyx and brass, probably produced in Italy in the second half of the 20th century. This stylish object combines the warm appearance of polished onyx with classic metal details and is a handsome decorative piece for a desk, library, or display cabinet.
The balance features two onyx bowls suspended from metal chains. The natural veining in the onyx makes each piece unique. In good vintage condition with normal signs of use and aging. No visible maker's mark.
Dimensions and condition see photos
Weight: 548 g

Will be carefully packaged and insured for shipping

Keywords
Italy, Italian design, onyx, banded onyx, brass, decorative balance, balance scale, scale, Scale of Justice, vintage, mid-century, Hollywood Regency, desk decor, office, collectible, natural stone, interior decoration, malachite, lapis, agate, art deco

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
548 g
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Onyx
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In Working Order
Yes
Height
14 cm
Width
13 cm
Depth
10 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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Objects sold
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