{"product_id":"antique-portable-brass-balance-scale-in-original-velvet-case","title":"Antique Portable Brass Balance Scale in Original Velvet Case","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"402\"\u003eA charming portable brass balance scale presented in its original purple velvet-covered fitted case. The set includes the folding balance beam, twin brass pans suspended by chains, stand, and a selection of brass weights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"658\"\u003eSuch scales were commonly used by jewellers, pharmacists, apothecaries and scientific laboratories for weighing small quantities with precision. The compact folding design allowed the instrument to be transported safely and stored neatly when not in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"766\"\u003eAn attractive display piece for a cabinet of curiosities, study, library or antique scientific collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"1041\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"781\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"784\"\u003eGood vintage condition with age-related wear and patina to the brass. Velvet case shows some wear and fading consistent with age. Appears largely complete, although buyers should satisfy themselves regarding calibration and completeness if intended for use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003eCase approximately 15cm x 9cm x 2.5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003ePickup \u0026amp; Postage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003eAvailable from Northam Secondhand or Toodyay Antiques. Postage available Australia-wide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northam Secondhand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53314512126252,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/6420\/5356\/files\/IMG_9053.jpg?v=1781273805","url":"https:\/\/www.northamsecondhand.com.au\/products\/antique-portable-brass-balance-scale-in-original-velvet-case","provider":"Northam Secondhand","version":"1.0","type":"link"}