Antique Cast-Iron Double-Pan Balance Scale

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This antique cast-iron double-pan balance scale dates roughly from the late 19th century to the early 20th century. It lacks … Read more This antique cast-iron double-pan balance scale dates roughly from the late 19th century to the early 20th century. It lacks markings, so it is classified as "unbranded" or "generic" mercantile hardware. These were highly popular in general stores, candy shops, and bakeries for weighing small retail goods.

Thescale was originally designed and manufactured by Jacobs Bros. Co. (which later became the famous Detecto Scale Company) in the late 1800's to early 1900's. See less