Antique Balance Scales Scales
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Iron
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Wood
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Brass, Iron
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Brass, Iron
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Brass
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Brass
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Iron
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Brass
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Metal, Brass, Iron
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Brass
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Brass
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Metal, Brass, Iron
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Brass, Bronze
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Steel
Early 20th Century French Industrial Antique Balance Scales Scales
Brass
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Brass
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Wrought Iron
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Brass, Iron
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Brass
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Metal, Iron
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Iron
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Balance Scales Scales
Brass, Iron
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Brass
Late 19th Century British Antique Balance Scales Scales
Brass
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Iron, Nickel
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Brass
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Brass
Early 20th Century English Antique Balance Scales Scales
Brass
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Metal, Brass
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Brass, Iron
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Brass
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Marble, Brass, Bronze
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Brass
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Bronze, Iron
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Brass, Iron
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Iron, Brass
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Brass, Iron
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Chrome
Late 18th Century French Antique Balance Scales Scales
Brass, Wrought Iron
Late 19th Century French Antique Balance Scales Scales
Bronze
19th Century British Antique Balance Scales Scales
Iron
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Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Balance Scales Scales
Metal, Brass
Late 19th Century English Industrial Antique Balance Scales Scales
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Brass
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Brass, Steel
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Marble, Iron
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Brass, Iron
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Early 19th Century French Antique Balance Scales Scales
Brass, Iron
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Balance Scales Scales
Brass
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Walnut
Early 20th Century French Antique Balance Scales Scales
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Marble, Brass, Iron
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Steel, Iron
19th Century French Antique Balance Scales Scales
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Balance Scales Scales
Brass
Early 20th Century French Antique Balance Scales Scales
Iron
Early 20th Century French Antique Balance Scales Scales
Brass
19th Century American Victorian Antique Balance Scales Scales
Marble, Brass
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Brass
Late 19th Century French Antique Balance Scales Scales
Brass, Iron
Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Balance Scales Scales
Brass, Steel
Early 20th Century English Antique Balance Scales Scales
Iron
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Marble, Brass
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Iron
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Brass
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Marble, Brass
Early 20th Century English Antique Balance Scales Scales
Brass
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Balance Scales Scales
Brass
19th Century French Antique Balance Scales Scales
Bronze
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Brass
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Brass
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Brass
19th Century French Antique Balance Scales Scales
Iron
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Glass
Late 19th Century Portuguese Victorian Antique Balance Scales Scales
Brass
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Steel, Iron
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Brass
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Marble, Brass
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Iron
Late 19th Century English Industrial Antique Balance Scales Scales
Brass, Iron
19th Century English Industrial Antique Balance Scales Scales
Early 20th Century Antique Balance Scales Scales
Metal, Brass
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Brass
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Marble, Brass
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Oil
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Brass
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Stainless Steel
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Brass
2010s Italian Modern Antique Balance Scales Scales
Metal, Brass
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Brass, Bronze
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Walnut
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Wrought Iron
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Brass
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Brass
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Finding the Right Scientific-instruments for You
Decorating with vintage, new and antique scientific instruments, as well as other authentic collectibles and curiosities that can be found on 1stDibs, presents an opportunity to create a unique, natural history museum-like atmosphere in your home that can provoke conversation as often as it pays tribute to how far we’ve come in understanding our world.
The Age of Discovery (or the Age of Exploration) refers to a period during the 15th to 18th centuries that saw Europeans taking to the high seas to explore, trade and conquer various regions of the world. What we know about geography, the advancement of sea vessels and the development of scientific instruments all broadened significantly during this time.
With every new finding about our world, scientists invented tools to measure and record. While many of these objects are now obsolete, they are essentially works of art and have a rich history. Scientific instruments of a bygone era represent how far science and technology have advanced.
If you’re interested in introducing antique scientific instruments and tools to your decor to add contrast or draw attention to otherwise unexplored corners of your living room or dining room, there are many options to consider as far as textures and colors go. Like any curious decorative object that draws attention to your home library or mantel, vintage scientific instruments will likely add spirit to any conversation that might take place over cocktails or dinner.
Create an intriguing focal point with Georgian scientific instruments, such as stick barometers with mahogany cases or lacquered brass telescopes. These items stem from an era named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who ruled England in succession starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). Just as there was beautiful jewelry produced during the period that today is coveted by collectors, there is much to be found in the collectibles and curiosities realm too.
Mid-century modern scientific instruments also capture a period of rapid progress, representing groundbreaking discoveries that defined the 20th century. Wouldn’t antique anatomical models of the 1950s pair well with your eye-catching abstract paintings, George Nelson clock or Florence Knoll sofa?
Whether you’re looking for a way to showcase your passion for chemistry or aviation or are making room in your foyer for a breathtaking industrial-style electronic time tower manufactured by Patek Philippe, 1stDibs offers a collection of vintage, new and antique scientific instruments that includes topographic tools, laboratory equipment and more.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A balance scale is used to measure weight. The item you want to weigh is placed on one side of the scale, then the scale is balanced using labeled weights on the other side. Once the scale balances, the weight of the labeled weights tells you the weight of the item. Shop for a range of balance scales from sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
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