de lettres ancienne “ Original Columbus Bilateral ” mécanique - Balance or scale - Metal

Ancient letter scale “Original Columbus Bilateral” dating from the 1920s-1950s, metal painted with an exposed articulated mechanism and weight graduations. Desktop model formerly used for weighing mail and small administrative objects. Industrial design typical of old postal and desk accessories, with beautiful patina of the era and decorative graphic structure. Iconic object of vintage administrative equipment, ideal for a collection of measuring instruments, industrial decoration, retro office, or steampunk universe. Time-worn traces consistent with its age, good overall visual condition.

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, scientific display (theodolite, microscope, sextant, compass).