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Ornate Victorian Brass Postal Letter Scales With Six Nesting Weights – 1888
Ornate Victorian Brass Postal Letter Scales With Six Nesting Weights – 1888
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A Nice Ornate Set of Victorian Brass Postal Letter Scales featuring a balance mechanism mounted upon an elaborately cast and pierced base. One weighing pan is engraved with a period “Rates of Postage” table for letters and books. The opposing pan was designed to receive the accompanying brass weights during use. Six graduated nesting weights are included and are marked in imperial ounce denominations. Marked with the registration number ‘100798’ for the year 1888.
* Displayed on a desk or library shelf, the scale brings the character of a Victorian post office into a modern interior.
Measurements:
Height: 4" (approx. 10cm)
Width: 8 1/2" (approx. 21.5cm)
Depth: 6 1/2" (approx. 16cm)
Total weight: 1270g
In good condition.
Item Reference: KD53525
