Antique Greek Decorative Steelyard Slaughter House Iron Weighting Instrument

Description

Huge Antique Greek Steelyard Slaughter House Iron Weighing Instrument with 5 hooks. This is an ancient but simple physics of a lever. A steelyard balance is a straight-beam balance with arms of unequal length. It incorporates a counterweight that slides along a long arm to counterbalance the load.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Needs Restoration
Condition Notes: Needs cleaning and removal of rust so metals shine.

Origin:
Greece

Materials & Techniques:
Iron

Details:
Country of Origin: Greece
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Needs Restoration; Needs cleaning and removal of rust so metals shine.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

38 x 42 x 5 in

Antique Greek Decorative Steelyard Slaughter House Iron Weighting Instrument

Lot 0198

Estimate $100-$300

Sep 26, 2026, 4:49 PM EDT

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