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Antique Cast Iron Pharmacy Scale from Spain, 19th Century
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A unique piece of scientific equipment, this antique cast iron scale would have been used in a Spanish pharmacy during the 1800s. The main cast iron body of the scale retains it’s original patina, which consists of a wonderful, faded and oxidized red with areas of white. The design features a central cartouche with scrolled edges. In the center is an oval coat of arms topped by a foliate cup and flanked by scales and a caduceus, both of which are orientated at an angle. Although a caduceus is now known as a symbol for medicine, originally, it was associated with alchemy in Medieval Europe. The scale has two brass trays that have developed a verdigris patina (one is more significant than the other) that are supported by a pair of lions with curled leaf bodies. Our cast iron pharmacy scale would make a great accessory in a kitchen, bar area, or office.
- Dimensions:Height: 7.875 in (20.01 cm)Width: 23.125 in (58.74 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:Iron,Cast
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- Date of Manufacture:1800s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Good antique condition with wear commensurate to age and use, including minor scratches and cavitations to trays, plus a lovely verdigris patina. Some loss of paint to the iron, resulting in oxidation and buildup. Please see photos for details.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
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