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Piece: 1783761986
Price: £ 2800
USD: ($3780)
Piece Description
An impressive antique brass balance scale manufactured by the celebrated firm W. & T. Avery of Birmingham, dating to around 1880 Great look for a shop or business Very heavy - 140 lbs - and the craftsmanship is superb Featuring a beautifully engineered brass beam with decorative pierced detailing, the scales retain their original suspended brass weighing pans hung from chain supports and stand upon a substantial adjustable central pillar Designed for precision weighing, the scales would originally have been used in a merchant's premises, warehouse or industrial setting where accuracy was essential Today these handsome scales make an exceptional decorative statement piece, equally at home in a country house kitchen, library, wine cellar, restaurant or retail display The rich mellow brass patina, elegant proportions and unmistakable Victorian engineering give them tremendous character while celebrating Britain's industrial heritage Avery scales are highly regarded by collectors for their craftsmanship and remain among the most recognisable examples of English weighing equipment Offered in great shape Will ship to anywhere in the world - including the US - please get in touch for a shipping quote Circa: 11880 Origin: Birmingham, England Maker: W. & T. Avery Ltd. Dimensions are in inches (CM): Width x Depth x Height 53 (134.5) x 34 (86.5) x 54 (137)
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