Scale - Iron, Metal - Ancient Roman Unster
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This antique Roman hanging balance dates from 1850–1900 and is made of iron and metal.
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Description from the seller
Offered: a very characteristic and authentic antique hanging unster (Roman balance scale) from the late 19th or early 20th century. A beautiful object for lovers of antiques, brocante, or a rugged, industrial/rustic interior (rustic farmhouse decor).
The scale features the unique Italian inscription "portat chilog" (Portata Chilogrammi), indicating the official load capacity in kilograms from that era.
Advantages of this specimen:
• 100% Complete: Including the original heavy sliding weight, the hanging hooks, chains and the large metal scale pan. (Weights are often missing, but this one is completely intact!)
• Beautiful Patina: The metal has a lived-in, rustic look with charming flaking rust that enhances its historic character.
• Decorative & Functional: Still fully operational based on the old lever principle. Ideal to hang in a country kitchen, veranda, shop or hospitality venue.
Specifications:
• Type: Roman balance / unster scale
• Period: ca. 1880 - 1930
• Country of origin: Italy / Southern Europe
• Condition: Authentic antique condition with nice signs of aging
Offered: a very characteristic and authentic antique hanging unster (Roman balance scale) from the late 19th or early 20th century. A beautiful object for lovers of antiques, brocante, or a rugged, industrial/rustic interior (rustic farmhouse decor).
The scale features the unique Italian inscription "portat chilog" (Portata Chilogrammi), indicating the official load capacity in kilograms from that era.
Advantages of this specimen:
• 100% Complete: Including the original heavy sliding weight, the hanging hooks, chains and the large metal scale pan. (Weights are often missing, but this one is completely intact!)
• Beautiful Patina: The metal has a lived-in, rustic look with charming flaking rust that enhances its historic character.
• Decorative & Functional: Still fully operational based on the old lever principle. Ideal to hang in a country kitchen, veranda, shop or hospitality venue.
Specifications:
• Type: Roman balance / unster scale
• Period: ca. 1880 - 1930
• Country of origin: Italy / Southern Europe
• Condition: Authentic antique condition with nice signs of aging
Details
Era
1400-1900
Weight
500 g
Specific region of origin
Drôme
Title additional information
Ancient Roman Unster
No. of items
1
Country of origin
France
Material
Iron, Metal
Colour
Black, Brown
Style
Antique
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
In Working Order
Yes
Height
50 cm
Width
50 cm
Depth
32 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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