
Description
A very decorative hanging balance beam scale
Made of cast iron with embellished finial in Victorian taste
It retains the original 3 hooks and counterweight
A trade or mercantile scale - possibly butcher's for meat or poultry, or used in the farm to measure cotton, tobacco or else
An early measuring tool dating back to the 19th Century, American
All original
Measurements: Approx. 17" long x 11" overall, the diameter of the weight is 2"
Weighs about 2 lbs. 4 oz.
Condition: Very Good overall. Please see photos. All original and unaltered
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very Good overall. Please see photos. All original and unaltered
Dimensions:
Height: 11 in.
Width: 17 in.
Depth: 2 in.
Category: Home Accents
Origin: United States
Materials: Brass, Cast Iron
Shipping:Domestic: Flat-rate of $38.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: No international shipping for this auction. Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding. Location: This item ships from Spring, TX
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In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Made of cast iron with embellished finial in Victorian taste
It retains the original 3 hooks and counterweight
A trade or mercantile scale - possibly butcher's for meat or poultry, or used in the farm to measure cotton, tobacco or else
An early measuring tool dating back to the 19th Century, American
All original
Measurements: Approx. 17" long x 11" overall, the diameter of the weight is 2"
Weighs about 2 lbs. 4 oz.
Condition: Very Good overall. Please see photos. All original and unaltered
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very Good overall. Please see photos. All original and unaltered
Dimensions:
Height: 11 in.
Width: 17 in.
Depth: 2 in.
Category: Home Accents
Origin: United States
Materials: Brass, Cast Iron
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Very Good overall. Please see photos. All original and unaltered
Buyer's Premium
20%
1800's Cast Iron Hanging Balance Beam Scale 3 Hooks Original Counterweight
Estimate $70-$220
Starting Price
$35
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Finishing Touches
Feb 12, 2026 9:00 PM ESTNew York, NY, United States
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