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Antique Apothecary Scale

Late 19th Century French Apothecary Scale
Located in Bellport, NY
A French goose neck brass and mahogany apothecary scale. Two drawers with brass pulls, solid
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass

19th Century Chinese Apothecary Balance Scale Stand
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Large Chinese carved wood apothecary balance scale with stand and storage drawer cabinet. It
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19th Century Chinese Ming Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass

Antique 19th Century Chinese Apothecary Balance Scale Stand
19th Century Chinese Apothecary Balance Scale Stand
$700 Sale Price
22% Off
H 33 in W 27 in D 10 in
Apothecary precision scale, travelling set, France 1890
Located in Milan, IT
Precision travel scale, pharmaceutical use. The box is made of oak wood. The scale can be
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Late 19th Century French Antique Apothecary Scale

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Wood

Antique Apothecary precision scale, travelling set, France 1890
Apothecary precision scale, travelling set, France 1890
$1,779
H 10.25 in W 10.25 in D 5.25 in
Large Antique Apothecary Weighing Scales, English, Countertop Balance, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a fine set of antique apothecary weighing scales. An English, brass, mahogany and walnut
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1850s British Early Victorian Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass

Henry Troemner Apothecary Cast Iron & Metal Balance Scale #1, Circa 1890s
By Henry Troemner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Henry Troemner Apothecary Cast Iron & Metal Balance Scale #1—Circa 1890s This Henry Troemner
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Late 19th Century American High Victorian Antique Apothecary Scale

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Metal, Iron

Antique Bayliss & Co 19th Century English Brass Apothecary Counter Scale Balance
By Bayliss & Coulthard
Located in Dayton, OH
An antique 4 lb mercantile balance by Bayliss & Co of Birmingham, England. Features a twisted iron stand and brass balance with tray and scoop. Makers mark engraved along top arm.
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass, Iron

19th Century XL Brass 7 Pound Weight Scale Apothecary Pharmacy Paperweight Desk
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Heavy and very large, 7 pound scale weight, hourglass form.
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Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass

19th Century American General Store Apothecary Grain Paint Hand Stenciling
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Beautiful 19th century general store large scale yellow pine apothecary in old surface. Found in
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1880s American Folk Art Antique Apothecary Scale

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Wood

Precision demountable scale for travel, France 1880.
Located in Milan, IT
Apothecary traveling scale entirely demountable. All the pieces fits inside the front drawer. Oak
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Late 19th Century French Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass

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19th Century Gold/Apothecary Desktop Scale in Cherry and Brass by Henry Troemner
By Henry Troemner
Located in South Newfane, VT
Vintage precision gold / apothecary scale in a cherrywood and glass case, created by Henry Troemner
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Late 19th Century American Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass

Large Pair of 19th Century Brass Apothecary Balance Scales
Located in Suffolk, GB
A large and highly decorative pair of 19th century brass apothecary balance scales with 19th
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Late 19th Century French Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass

Vintage Apothecary's Scale
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Beautifully restored French apothecary’s scale with barrel weights.
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Early 20th Century French Antique Apothecary Scale

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Iron, Brass

Vintage Apothecary's Scale
Vintage Apothecary's Scale
H 7 in W 12 in D 5 in
Antique Becker & Sons Apothecary Scale
By Becker's Sons of Rotterdam
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a rare, antique apothecary scale made by Becker & Sons of New York, circa 1903. The
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Early 1900s American Primitive Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass

Antique Becker & Sons Apothecary Scale
Antique Becker & Sons Apothecary Scale
H 12.25 in W 15.75 in L 12.25 in
Vintage Brass & Marble Apothecary Scales
Located in Bellport, NY
An English brass and marble based Apothecary Scale.
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Early 20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Apothecary Scale

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Marble, Brass

Vintage Italian Marble and Brass Apothecary Scales
Located in Asheville, NC
Italian brass and marble apothecary scales are in wonderful condition. Brass has turned pillar
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Apothecary Scale

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Marble, Brass

French 19th Century Cased Apothecary Scale
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This unique French apothecary scale sits in a ebonized wood and glass case. The front of the case
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19th Century French Other Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass

French 19th Century Cased Apothecary Scale
French 19th Century Cased Apothecary Scale
H 15.75 in W 14.13 in L 15.75 in
Antique English Mahogany and Brass Apothecary Scale Signed R. Avery Company
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English mahogany and brass apothecary scale signed R. Avery Company, London, circa 1880.
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Late 19th Century English Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass

Antique Austrian Brass Apothecary Scale by "J. Florenz Wien, Vienna", Circa 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Viennese brass apothecary scale made by "J. Florenz Wien," official maker for the Imperial
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19th Century Austrian Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass

Monumental Gilded Iron and Brass Italian Apothecary Scale on Marble Base
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent 19th-century Italian apothecary scale, with dimensions of 27" x 43" x 44", is a
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19th Century Antique Apothecary Scale

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Marble, Bronze, Iron

French Apothecary Brass Scales, circa 1800s
Located in Houston, TX
Found in Southern France, these brass and wood apothecary scales where used in French pharmacies
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19th Century French Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass

Exceptionally Large Scale French 19th Century Steel Apothecary Cabinet
Located in Southampton, GB
A wonderful example of a French glazed display case. Constructed from steel, this would have been used within a shop/chemist to display items for sale. Extremely heavy, original inte...
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19th Century French Antique Apothecary Scale

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Steel

19th Century Apothecary or Pastry Weight with Horn Bowls
Located in Copenhagen, K
This set of Napoleon III period pastry, or apothecary scales features a double faced ebonized
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1860s European Napoleon III Antique Apothecary Scale

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Marble

1900s French Metal Scale
Located in High Point, NC
This antique apothecary scale was made in early 20th-century France. Supported by a sturdy metal
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Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Apothecary Scale

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Metal, Brass

1900s French Metal Scale
1900s French Metal Scale
H 18.9 in W 15.7 in D 9.1 in
W. & T. Avery English Jockey Scale
Located in New Orleans, LA
jockey scales such as the present piece to high precision apothecary scales, butcher scales, and grain
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Apothecary Scale

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Wood, Oak

W. & T. Avery English Jockey Scale
W. & T. Avery English Jockey Scale
H 37.5 in W 35 in D 22.5 in
Jockey Scale by W & T Avery
By W & T Avery
Located in New Orleans, LA
Craft. From jockey scales such as the present piece to high precision apothecary scales, butcher scales
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Apothecary Scale

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Iron

Jockey Scale by W & T Avery
Jockey Scale by W & T Avery
H 37 in W 32.88 in D 24.13 in
Victorian Jockey Scale by W. & T. Avery
By W & T Avery
Located in New Orleans, LA
jockey scales such as the present piece to high precision apothecary scales, butcher scales and grain
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass

Victorian Jockey Scale by W. & T. Avery
Victorian Jockey Scale by W. & T. Avery
H 32 in W 24.5 in D 16.25 in
Large Boxed Antique English Commodity Scales in Mahogany and Brass, circa 1880
By Thurston and Sons
Located in Bath, GB
When you look at this superb set of Apothecary scales, it's hard to believe that it all dismantles
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1890s British Late Victorian Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass

Pair of Late 19th Century Wood Mounted Copper Reliefs of Shakespeare Scenes
By Elkington & Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
an apothecary scale (Merchant) and lyres (Much Ado). All other elements are identical, with the
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Late 19th Century English Antique Apothecary Scale

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Metal, Copper

Apothecary Jar
Located in Stamford, CT
Large scale English glass apothecary jar with decoupage Royal coat of arms and gilding, 19th
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19th Century English Antique Apothecary Scale

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Glass

Apothecary Jar
Apothecary Jar
H 26 in Dm 13 in
Regency Apothecaries Box
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A good example of a mahogany cased apothecaries box with bottles and scale the back with a hidden
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Early 19th Century English Antique Apothecary Scale

Regency Apothecaries Box
Regency Apothecaries Box
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Gilt Bronze and Brass Apothecary Scale with Dolphin and Serpent Decoration
Located in Dallas, TX
Embellished with stylized dolphins and serpents, this gilt bronze and brass apothecary scale was
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Early 20th Century Portuguese Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass, Bronze

Set of 9 Antique Brass Scale Weights in Wood Block Apothecary 1920s
Located in Dayton, OH
1920's brass apothecary scale weight set including nine weights (one 50 gram, three 100 grams, one
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1920s Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass

Maco Braga Brass Apothecary Balance Scale
Located in San Mateo, CA
Brass apothecary style balance scale. This is marked J.A.L Portugal in numerous places. The scale
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Late 19th Century Portuguese Victorian Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass

Antique Brass Scientific Pharmacy Apothecary Pan Balance Scale 19"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique set of scales featuring a rectangular wood base, brass hardware and pans. Dimensions
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Early 20th Century Antique Apothecary Scale

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Metal, Brass

19th Century Antique Chinese Apothecary Balance Scale Stand with Weights
Located in Pomona, CA
Beautiful Chinese carved wood apothecary balance scale stand with a set of 30 pieces scale weights
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass

Vintage Mahogany Apothecary Balance Scale by Christian Becker, New York
By Christian Becker Inc.
Located in Savannah, GA
Double balance scale featuring a mahogany wood case, black glass platform, lift front glass side
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1910s American Other Antique Apothecary Scale

Industrial Apothecary Torsion Balance
By Torsion Balance Company
Located in San Jose, CA
Industrial apothecary pharmaceutical torsion balance scale from the early 1900s. Balance is encased
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Apothecary Scale

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Metal

19th Century Monumental Handblown Apothecary Jar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This wonderful blue large-scale apothecary jar is in great condition and loaded with bubbles
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Late 19th Century Belgian Country Antique Apothecary Scale

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Glass

French Apothecary Metal Scale
Located in Austin, TX
A decorative Apothecary Scale in burnt orange enamelled metal with brass plateaux.
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Early 20th Century French Antique Apothecary Scale

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Metal, Brass

French Apothecary Metal Scale
French Apothecary Metal Scale
H 5.5 in W 13.75 in D 5.5 in
Apothecary's / Assayer's Scales
Located in Culver City, CA
As well as being interesting to look at these scales have lots of knobs and leavers to fiddle with
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Early 20th Century English Antique Apothecary Scale

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Metal

Apothecary's  / Assayer's Scales
Apothecary's  / Assayer's Scales
H 18 in W 18 in D 11 in
A Pair of Apothecary Century Scales
Located in New York, NY
A highly unusual pair of ornamental scales in precisely fashioned lacquered brass supported by a
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19th Century English Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass

Large Pair of 19th Century Brass Apothecary Balance Scales
Located in Suffolk, GB
A large and highly decorative pair of 19th century brass apothecary balance scales with 19th
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Late 19th Century French Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass

17th Century Pottery Apothacary Jar with the Legend "P.Lavdanvm" En
Located in Woodstock, OXFORDSHIRE
A rare small scale apothecary drug jar for Laudinum ( tincture of opium) . Decorated in blue and
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Mid-17th Century English Antique Apothecary Scale

Chinese Medicine Cabinet
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Large-scale apothecary style cabinet, with striking red Chinese characters. Please contact us for
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Early 20th Century Antique Apothecary Scale

Chinese Medicine Cabinet
Chinese Medicine Cabinet
H 61.75 in W 53 in D 20 in

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Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Apothecary Scale

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Other

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20th Century Russian Folk Art Antique Apothecary Scale

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Silver, Enamel

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Located in Milan, IT
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Late 19th Century Antique Apothecary Scale

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Coral

Pair of Red Gorgonian Branches, Italy, 1870
Pair of Red Gorgonian Branches, Italy, 1870
$5,929
H 24 in W 22.5 in D 4 in
Italian Renaissance Style Wrought Iron Wishing Stone Well Head and Base
Located in Rome, IT
A fine Italian carved limestone and wrought iron wishing well head from the Veneto area. Great decoration for your garden. It may also be used as a planter. The octagonal base diam...
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20th Century European Renaissance Antique Apothecary Scale

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Limestone

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1930s English Antique Apothecary Scale

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Gold, Brass

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Located in Troy, NY
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Apothecary Scale

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19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Antique Apothecary Scale

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Glass, Mahogany

19th Century Chinese Pagoda Cabinet
19th Century Chinese Pagoda Cabinet
$187,500
H 102 in W 84.5 in D 22.5 in
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Early 2000s French French Provincial Antique Apothecary Scale

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Brass, Steel

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Distinctive Steel Chaise Longue
$3,600
H 29 in W 25 in D 76 in
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Apothecary Scale

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Antique Apothecary Scale For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique apothecary scale for your home. An antique apothecary scale — often made from metal, brass and wood — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without an antique apothecary scale — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique apothecary scale, designed in the Arts and Crafts or Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one antique apothecary scale that is appealing in its simplicity, but Becker's Sons of Rotterdam, Christian Becker Inc. and Henry Troemner produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Apothecary Scale?

An antique apothecary scale can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $973, while the lowest priced sells for $275 and the highest can go for as much as $9,850.
Questions About Antique Apothecary Scale
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Apothecary scales were used in the early 20th century for accurate measurements of medicinal ingredients. Measurements were taken based on the grain, scruple, dram, ounce and pound. Find an assortment of apothecary scales from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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