Antique Brass Travel Apothecary & Gold Balance Scale w/ Original Weights & Wood

Antique brass travel apothecary and gold balance scale with original fitted wooden box and a full set of weights. Believed to be very old, this compact scale was traditionally used for weighing gold, apothecary medicines, and other precious materials.

• Construction: Solid brass balance with wood storage box ( box has a bad hinge)

• Box Dimensions: approx. 2” x 4 1/4” x 8 1/4”

• Original Weights Included:

• Pennyweights (DWTS): 10, 6, 5, 3, 2, 1, 1/2

• Ounces: 2 oz, 1 oz (two pieces), 1 troy oz

• Grains: 10 grn, 6 grn (x2), 4 grn, 3 grn, 2 grn, 1/2 grn, 1/3 grn

• Grams: 20 grm, 50 grm, 10 grm, 5 grm

Condition: Very old and shows age-appropriate wear. Brass has developed a natural patina. Please review all photos carefully to judge condition.

A rare and authentic example of an antique brass apothecary / jeweler’s balance scale with weights. A wonderful collectible for those interested in scientific instruments, early medicine, gold trade, or antique scales.

This one was most likely used for gold