Heavy antique brass postal balance scale, a device historically used in post offices and libraries for weighing letters and small parcels to determine shipping rates. It features a polished brass beam mechanism mounted on a sturdy wooden base, typically crafted from hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut. The scale operates on a simple balance principle, with a flat or slightly curved pan on one side for holding items and a smaller platform on the other for counterbalancing. A set of nine graduated brass weights is included, designed to nest or sit in specialized circular indentations on the wooden plinth. Also features engraved postal rate charts directly on the metal pan.
Scale in good shape with signs of use and age
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Approximate Measurements:
Height : 11"
