Beam scale - Wood, Brass
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Antique precision balance made of brass and wood, housed in a wooden case with a velvet-lined drawer, originating from France, in good used condition and in working order, with dimensions 20 cm high, 21.5 cm wide and 11 cm deep, and including the original weights and a handling forceps.
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Antique apothecary or laboratory precision balance in brass and wood – Complete with weights
Charming antique precision balance resting on an elegant wooden case with a velvet-lined storage drawer. The mechanism is made of brass with two suspended pans on chains, giving the whole piece a very authentic and appealing look.
The balance is accompanied by its original graded weight set in grams, including several brass masses along with fractional weights and a handling tweezers. This set was intended for meticulous weighing work in pharmacy, laboratory, jewelry, or watchmaking.
The set shows a beautiful patina of its era, testifying to its age. The wood is sound, brass retains its charm, and the accessories are present, making it a decorative and collectible piece particularly sought after.
Ideal for decorating a cabinet of curiosities, an antique pharmacy display, or a collection of scientific instruments.
Condition
Old set in good overall condition.
Healthy and stable wooden structure.
Brass with a beautiful original patina, with a few traces of oxidation and wear consistent with the age of the object.
Pans, chains and balance mechanism present.
Functional storage drawer, interior lined with violet velvet showing some signs of wear.
Set of weights and handling tweezers included.
Some marks, scratches and signs of time visible, without affecting the charm and presentation of the set.
The central rod is slightly twisted/slanted.
Old object sold as-is, not restored. Photos are an integral part of the description.
Antique apothecary or laboratory precision balance in brass and wood – Complete with weights
Charming antique precision balance resting on an elegant wooden case with a velvet-lined storage drawer. The mechanism is made of brass with two suspended pans on chains, giving the whole piece a very authentic and appealing look.
The balance is accompanied by its original graded weight set in grams, including several brass masses along with fractional weights and a handling tweezers. This set was intended for meticulous weighing work in pharmacy, laboratory, jewelry, or watchmaking.
The set shows a beautiful patina of its era, testifying to its age. The wood is sound, brass retains its charm, and the accessories are present, making it a decorative and collectible piece particularly sought after.
Ideal for decorating a cabinet of curiosities, an antique pharmacy display, or a collection of scientific instruments.
Condition
Old set in good overall condition.
Healthy and stable wooden structure.
Brass with a beautiful original patina, with a few traces of oxidation and wear consistent with the age of the object.
Pans, chains and balance mechanism present.
Functional storage drawer, interior lined with violet velvet showing some signs of wear.
Set of weights and handling tweezers included.
Some marks, scratches and signs of time visible, without affecting the charm and presentation of the set.
The central rod is slightly twisted/slanted.
Old object sold as-is, not restored. Photos are an integral part of the description.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
France
Material
Brass, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In Working Order
Yes
Height
20 cm
Width
21.5 cm
Depth
11 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
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