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A Togibre precision balance from 1950–1960, made of Bakelite and brass.
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Antique precision balance "Togibre" in bakelite and brass with set of weights - Italy - 1950s
Fascinating and rare vintage manual balance of precision (traboucco type), produced in Italy by the renowned historic brand Togibre around the mid-20th century (circa the 1950s). This kind of instrument was traditionally used by pharmacists, herbalists, and jewelers for millesimal weighing of medicines, rare spices, gold, and coins.
The item stands out for a refined fusion of materials typical of Italian industrial design of the era: the supporting frame, the arms, and the distinctive tipping dishes with spouts are made entirely of patinated brass, while the solid rectangular base (designed to also be a protective, closing case) is in dark brown bakelite finished with a textured surface.
The lot includes its original weight housing block with a series of small millesimal brass weights coordinated.
Details and Specifications:
• Manufacturer: Togibre (Italy)
• Era: 1950s (20th century)
• Materials: Brass and Bakelite
• Included accessories: Original set of weights with corresponding housing
Antique precision balance "Togibre" in bakelite and brass with set of weights - Italy - 1950s
Fascinating and rare vintage manual balance of precision (traboucco type), produced in Italy by the renowned historic brand Togibre around the mid-20th century (circa the 1950s). This kind of instrument was traditionally used by pharmacists, herbalists, and jewelers for millesimal weighing of medicines, rare spices, gold, and coins.
The item stands out for a refined fusion of materials typical of Italian industrial design of the era: the supporting frame, the arms, and the distinctive tipping dishes with spouts are made entirely of patinated brass, while the solid rectangular base (designed to also be a protective, closing case) is in dark brown bakelite finished with a textured surface.
The lot includes its original weight housing block with a series of small millesimal brass weights coordinated.
Details and Specifications:
• Manufacturer: Togibre (Italy)
• Era: 1950s (20th century)
• Materials: Brass and Bakelite
• Included accessories: Original set of weights with corresponding housing
Details
Era
1900-2000
No. of items
1
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Bakelite
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In Working Order
Yes
Height
20 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
10 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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