Scale - Metal, Brass - Weighing scales with weights

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Three vintage mechanical scales with brass weights, dating from 1930–1940, made of metal with brass and wood components, in good used condition with signs of age, not tested for accuracy and weights included as pictured.

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Description from the seller

Collection of 3 vintage mechanical scales with brass weights – approx. 1930–1970

Description

Decorative collection lot consisting of 3 different vintage mechanical scales, supplemented with a number of old brass weights.

The lot comprises:

A large light-green kitchen/store scale with a metal weighing pan and a capacity of up to 5 kg.
A classic two-pan balance scale with two black pans, fine adjustment and scale divisions.
A distinctive mechanical letter/package scale with an open visible mechanism and curved scale markings.
A wooden block with several larger brass weights, supplemented by 5 small loose brass weights.

An interesting combination of old measuring instruments with an attractive industrial and decorative character.

Number of scales: 3
Includes: various brass weights
Materials: metal, brass, wood and lacquered metal
Estimated production period: approx. 1930–1970
Probable origin: Western/Central Europe

Condition

Used, unrestored condition with signs of age and use such as patina, oxidation, scratches, discoloration, soiling and localized wear.

The scales have not been tested for accuracy and are not calibrated. The weights are included as shown in the photos; the original completeness of the weight set cannot be guaranteed.

Suitable as a collectible, for decoration or for restoration.

The photos form an integral part of the description and accurately reflect the condition and contents of the lot.

Collection of 3 vintage mechanical scales with brass weights – approx. 1930–1970

Description

Decorative collection lot consisting of 3 different vintage mechanical scales, supplemented with a number of old brass weights.

The lot comprises:

A large light-green kitchen/store scale with a metal weighing pan and a capacity of up to 5 kg.
A classic two-pan balance scale with two black pans, fine adjustment and scale divisions.
A distinctive mechanical letter/package scale with an open visible mechanism and curved scale markings.
A wooden block with several larger brass weights, supplemented by 5 small loose brass weights.

An interesting combination of old measuring instruments with an attractive industrial and decorative character.

Number of scales: 3
Includes: various brass weights
Materials: metal, brass, wood and lacquered metal
Estimated production period: approx. 1930–1970
Probable origin: Western/Central Europe

Condition

Used, unrestored condition with signs of age and use such as patina, oxidation, scratches, discoloration, soiling and localized wear.

The scales have not been tested for accuracy and are not calibrated. The weights are included as shown in the photos; the original completeness of the weight set cannot be guaranteed.

Suitable as a collectible, for decoration or for restoration.

The photos form an integral part of the description and accurately reflect the condition and contents of the lot.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Weighing scales with weights
Country of origin
Unknown
Material
Brass, Metal
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In Working Order
No
Height
1 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940
Sold by
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Objects sold
97.56%
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