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What is a brass scale?

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What is a brass scale?
A brass scale is the one used in ancient times when bartering or trading various precious metal currencies. They are now frequently used as decorative objects for display in any home. This regal-looking collectible adds a touch of royalty to any mantel or console table. Find a variety of antique and vintage brass scales on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
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American Victorian Brass Scale
Located in New York, NY
American Victorian green painted iron and brass scale with 2 brass trays.
Category

Antique 19th Century American Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

Quality Antique Victorian Brass Scales
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality antique Victorian brass scales having a quality set of brass scales with 2 circular brass
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Charpentier French Victorian Brass Scale
By P. Charpentier a Paris 1
Located in New York, NY
French Victorian brass scale with 2 round trays on square wooden base (signed CHARPENTIER with
Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

English Brass Scale by Banfield of Brighton
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 19th century English brass scale by Banfield of Brighton.
Category

Antique 19th Century More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Set of antique Victorian brass scales
Located in Ipswich, GB
Set of antique Victorian brass scales standing on a mahogany base, with a brass centre column
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Victorian Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Large Antique French Neoclassical Brass Scale
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large Antique French Neoclassical Brass Scale, by Berenger & Co, Lyon France, Circa 1870 A
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

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