Antique Fairbanks Physician’s Industrial Medical Scale in Cast Iron & Brass, Early 20th Century

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An authentic early 20th-century physician’s balance beam scale by the Fairbanks Scale Company, a premier American maker renowned for precision … Read more An authentic early 20th-century physician’s balance beam scale by the Fairbanks Scale Company, a premier American maker renowned for precision instruments and industrial craftsmanship.

This substantial medical scale features a heavy cast iron base and column with its original black finish, paired with an exposed brass balance beam calibrated up to 250 pounds. Originally used in doctors’ offices and clinics, the design reflects the utilitarian elegance of late Victorian to early industrial America.

The surface shows genuine age-appropriate wear, including areas of paint loss and a beautifully developed patina on the brass components—evidence of decades of professional use and a testament to its authenticity. All major elements remain intact, making this piece ideal for display.

Equally compelling as a functional artifact or a sculptural statement, this scale works beautifully in industrial, apothecary, loft, steampunk, or curated eclectic interiors. A striking conversation piece and a rare example of early American medical history.

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• Maker: Fairbanks Scale Company
• Origin: United States
• Period: Circa 1890s–1920s
• Materials: Cast iron, brass
• Capacity: 250 lbs
• Condition: Original finish with age-consistent wear and patina; structurally sound and display-ready

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Industrial · Medical · Antique · Americana · Apothecary See less