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Late 19th Century French Apothecary Scale
Late 19th Century French 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 mahogany woods, lovely restored condition.

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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Antique European Marble Top Apothecary Scale, late 19th Century
Antique European Marble Top Apothecary Scale, late 19th Century

Antique European Marble Top Apothecary Scale, late 19th Century

Located in Chappaqua, NY

Antique European Marble Top Apothecary Scale, late 19th Century. Wood base with marble top and brass bowls.

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Antique 1890s European Edwardian Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Marble, Brass

Double Bronze/Brass Apothecary Scale
Double Bronze/Brass Apothecary Scale

Double Bronze/Brass Apothecary Scale

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a gilt bronze/brass double apothecary scale. It depicts an upside down bronze Corinthian column that holds two different set of balance brass beams and pans.

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20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Scientific Instruments

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Brass

Antique Glass Apothecary Balance Scale
Antique Glass Apothecary Balance Scale

Antique Glass Apothecary Balance Scale

Located in Dekalb, IL

Early-20th-century apothecary balance scale with an amber glass pedestal base, metal balance beam, chain suspensions, and two removable glass weighing pans.

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Vintage 1920s Barware

Materials

Metal

Antique Victorian Apothecary Balance Scales Brass Mahogany Day & Millward
Antique Victorian Apothecary Balance Scales Brass Mahogany Day & Millward

Antique Victorian Apothecary Balance Scales Brass Mahogany Day & Millward

Located in Suffolk, GB

A fine and complete Victorian brass and mahogany apothecary balance scale by the respected makers Day & Millward Limited, clearly stamped to the beam.

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Southeast Asian Red Painted Apothecary Chest, Small Scale, Circa 1900
Southeast Asian Red Painted Apothecary Chest, Small Scale, Circa 1900

Southeast Asian Red Painted Apothecary Chest, Small Scale, Circa 1900

Located in Stamford, CT

Red painted five drawer table top apothecary chest with black iron handles. A sweet little piece for trinkets, valuables or as great looking pill box! A wonderful decorative item, th...

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Early 20th Century Southeast Asian Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Wood

Henry Troemner Apothecary Cast Iron & Metal  Balance Scale #1, Circa 1890s
Henry Troemner Apothecary Cast Iron & Metal  Balance Scale #1, Circa 1890s

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 balance scale #1 is a remarkable antique cast iron scale, likely manufactured between th...

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Antique Late 19th Century American High Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal, Iron

Vintage Brass Apothecary Balance Scale in Glass Case by Seederer-Kohlbusch
Vintage Brass Apothecary Balance Scale in Glass Case by Seederer-Kohlbusch

Vintage Brass Apothecary Balance Scale in Glass Case by Seederer-Kohlbusch

Located in Dekalb, IL

c. 1950s; Seederer-Kohlbusch, Inc. - Englewood, NJ Brass precision balance housed in a warm-finished wooden case with glazed front and side panels. The exposed mechanism features a ...

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Vintage 1950s Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Brass

Antique Bayliss & Co 19th Century English Brass Apothecary Counter Scale Balance
Antique Bayliss & Co 19th Century English Brass Apothecary Counter Scale Balance

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.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Iron

Vintage Apothecary jar in amber glass, Belgium 1950s
Vintage Apothecary jar in amber glass, Belgium 1950s

Vintage Apothecary jar in amber glass, Belgium 1950s

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a striking large-scale apothecary jar crafted in richly colored amber glass, manufactured in Belgium during the mid-20th century.

Category

Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass

Old Suspended Balance Scale in Brass
Old Suspended Balance Scale in Brass

Old Suspended Balance Scale in Brass

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Decorative 1950s balance scale in Apothecary style. Its made from solid brass and comes with two brass weights and a leather suspension strop.

Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

19th Century American General Store Apothecary Grain Paint Hand Stenciling
19th Century American General Store Apothecary Grain Paint Hand Stenciling

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 the north eastern united states.

Category

Antique 1880s American Folk Art Painted Furniture

Materials

Wood

Late 19th Century English Brass and Marble Balance Scale from Bristol
Late 19th Century English Brass and Marble Balance Scale from Bristol

Late 19th Century English Brass and Marble Balance Scale from Bristol

Located in Dallas, TX

This elegant antique balance scale was crafted in Bristol, England, in the late 19th century, circa 1880–1890, and represents the high level of precision engineering associated with ...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Scientific Instruments

Materials

Marble, Brass, Iron

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19th Century Gold/Apothecary Desktop Scale in Cherry and Brass by Henry Troemner
19th Century Gold/Apothecary Desktop Scale in Cherry and Brass by Henry Troemner

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 for the Arthur M.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Large Pair of 19th Century Brass Apothecary Balance Scales
Large Pair of 19th Century Brass Apothecary Balance Scales

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 century brass apothecary weights, possibly French.

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Antique Late 19th Century French More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Brass

Vintage Apothecary's Scale
Vintage Apothecary's Scale

Vintage Apothecary's Scale

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H 7 in W 12 in D 5 in

Vintage Apothecary's Scale

Located in Calgary, Alberta

Beautifully restored French apothecary’s scale with barrel weights.

Category

Early 20th Century French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron, Brass

Antique Becker & Sons Apothecary Scale
Antique Becker & Sons Apothecary Scale

Antique Becker & Sons Apothecary Scale

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H 12.25 in W 15.75 in L 12.25 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.

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Primitive Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Vintage Brass & Marble Apothecary Scales
Vintage Brass & Marble Apothecary Scales

Vintage Brass & Marble Apothecary Scales

Located in Bellport, NY

An English brass and marble based Apothecary Scale.

Category

Early 20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Jars

Materials

Marble, Brass

Vintage Italian Marble and Brass Apothecary Scales
Vintage Italian Marble and Brass Apothecary Scales

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.

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Jars

Materials

Marble, Brass

French 19th Century Cased Apothecary Scale
French 19th Century Cased Apothecary Scale

French 19th Century Cased Apothecary Scale

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This unique French apothecary scale sits in a ebonized wood and glass case.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Other Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

20th Century Italian Fulgor Vintage Jeweler Apothecary Scale, 1960s
20th Century Italian Fulgor Vintage Jeweler Apothecary Scale, 1960s

20th Century Italian Fulgor Vintage Jeweler Apothecary Scale, 1960s

Located in LEGNY, FR

This is a scarce midcentury jewelers or apothecary scale by Fulgor, Italy. Date: 26th of January 1961.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Antique English Mahogany and Brass Apothecary Scale Signed R. Avery Company
Antique English Mahogany and Brass Apothecary Scale Signed R. Avery Company

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.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique Austrian Brass Apothecary Scale by "J. Florenz Wien, Vienna", Circa 1880
Antique Austrian Brass Apothecary Scale by "J. Florenz Wien, Vienna", Circa 1880

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 and Royal Court Pharmacy, circa 1880.

Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Monumental Gilded Iron and Brass Italian Apothecary Scale on Marble Base
Monumental Gilded Iron and Brass Italian Apothecary Scale on Marble Base

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 testament to the era's exceptional craftsmanship and aesthetic sensibilities.

Category

Antique 19th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Iron

French Apothecary Brass Scales, circa 1800s
French Apothecary Brass Scales, circa 1800s

French Apothecary Brass Scales, circa 1800s

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H 13 in W 12 in D 7.75 in

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 throughout the country.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Exceptionally Large Scale French 19th Century Steel Apothecary Cabinet
Exceptionally Large Scale French 19th Century Steel Apothecary Cabinet

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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Antique 19th Century French Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Steel

19th Century Apothecary or Pastry Weight with Horn Bowls
19th Century Apothecary or Pastry Weight with Horn Bowls

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 wooden base with a white marble top.

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Antique 1860s European Napoleon III Scientific Instruments

Materials

Marble

19th Century Swedish Pine Long Apothecary Counter Sideboard
19th Century Swedish Pine Long Apothecary Counter Sideboard

19th Century Swedish Pine Long Apothecary Counter Sideboard

Located in Round Top, TX

19th-century Swedish pine apothecary counter of impressive scale, featuring fifty-one drawers in varying sizes.

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Country Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Pine

1900s French Metal Scale
1900s French Metal Scale

1900s French Metal Scale

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H 18.9 in W 15.7 in D 9.1 in

1900s French Metal Scale

Located in High Point, NC

This antique apothecary scale was made in early 20th-century France.

Category

Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal, Brass

Jockey Scale by W & T Avery
Jockey Scale by W & T Avery

Jockey Scale by W & T Avery

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H 37 in W 32.88 in D 24.13 in

Jockey Scale by W & T Avery

By W & T Avery

Located in New Orleans, LA

From jockey scales such as the present piece to high precision apothecary scales, butcher scales, and grain scales, the range of their products earned them a reputation as the premie...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

W. & T. Avery English Jockey Scale
W. & T. Avery English Jockey Scale

W. & T. Avery English Jockey Scale

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H 37.5 in W 35 in D 22.5 in

W. & T. Avery English Jockey Scale

Located in New Orleans, LA

From jockey scales such as the present piece to high precision apothecary scales, butcher scales, and grain scales, the range of their products earned them a reputation as the premie...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Wood, Oak

Victorian Jockey Scale by W. & T. Avery
Victorian Jockey Scale by W. & T. Avery

Victorian Jockey Scale by W. & T. Avery

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H 32 in W 24.5 in D 16.25 in

Victorian Jockey Scale by W. & T. Avery

By W & T Avery

Located in New Orleans, LA

From jockey scales such as the present piece to high precision apothecary scales, butcher scales and grain scales, the range of their products earned them a reputation as the premier...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Brass

Large Boxed Antique English Commodity Scales in Mahogany and Brass, circa 1880
Large Boxed Antique English Commodity Scales in Mahogany and Brass, circa 1880

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 and actually fits into the drawer below.

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Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Large Antique Apothecary Weighing Scales, English, Countertop Balance, Victorian
Large Antique Apothecary Weighing Scales, English, Countertop Balance, Victorian

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 countertop balance for the tobacconist or chemist’s shop, dating to the early Victori...

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Antique 1850s British Early Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Pair of Late 19th Century Wood Mounted Copper Reliefs of Shakespeare Scenes
Pair of Late 19th Century Wood Mounted Copper Reliefs of Shakespeare Scenes

Pair of Late 19th Century Wood Mounted Copper Reliefs of Shakespeare Scenes

By Elkington & Co.

Located in Dallas, TX

In between the faces along both vertical side is a geometric engraving topped by an apothecary scale (Merchant) and lyres (Much Ado). All other elements are identical, with the excep...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Decorative Art

Materials

Metal, Copper

Antique F.W. Braun Apothecary Balance Beam Scale c.1920
Antique F.W. Braun Apothecary Balance Beam Scale c.1920

Antique F.W. Braun Apothecary Balance Beam Scale c.1920

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT F.W. Braun antique apothecary balance beam scale in a Mahogany display case with three adjustable copper feet, solid brass scale, Bakelite and copper knobs, and enamel maker's...

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Copper, Enamel

Vintage Fisher Scientific Co Mini Apothecary Portable Scale Balance in Box
Vintage Fisher Scientific Co Mini Apothecary Portable Scale Balance in Box

Vintage Fisher Scientific Co Mini Apothecary Portable Scale Balance in Box

By Fisher Scientific

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage small Fisher Scientific Company apothecary balance in wooden case. Includes 2, 5, and 10 gram weights. circa mid 20th century Fisher Scientific was founded in Pittsburgh i...

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Mid-20th Century Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Apothecary Jar
Apothecary Jar

Apothecary Jar

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H 26 in Dm 13 in

Apothecary Jar

Located in Stamford, CT

Large scale English glass apothecary jar with decoupage Royal coat of arms and gilding, 19th century

Category

Antique 19th Century English Glass

Materials

Glass

Regency Apothecaries Box
Regency Apothecaries Box

Regency Apothecaries Box

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H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 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 panel.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Decorative Boxes

19th c. Brass Scale
19th c. Brass Scale

19th c. Brass Scale

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H 29 in W 32 in D 9 in

19th c. Brass Scale

Located in Houston, TX

19th c. Brass Scale from an Apothecary stamped Paris. Beautiful detail at the top with simple shapes.

Category

French Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Kitchen Cabinets, Cupboard, Japanese Antiques, Wabi Sabi, Japandi
Kitchen Cabinets, Cupboard, Japanese Antiques, Wabi Sabi, Japandi

Kitchen Cabinets, Cupboard, Japanese Antiques, Wabi Sabi, Japandi

Located in Katori-Shi, 12

Designed as the "Left Side" of a grand symmetrical pair, this piece features 25 drawers and 4 glass sliding doors, representing the pinnacle of Taisho-era apothecary-style cabinetry....

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Gilt Bronze and Brass Apothecary Scale with Dolphin and Serpent Decoration
Gilt Bronze and Brass Apothecary Scale with Dolphin and Serpent Decoration

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 made in Portugal in the early 1900s.

Category

Early 20th Century Portuguese Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Bronze

1940s Vintage Industrial Aluminum & Brass Apothecary Scale Balance with Weights
1940s Vintage Industrial Aluminum & Brass Apothecary Scale Balance with Weights

1940s Vintage Industrial Aluminum & Brass Apothecary Scale Balance with Weights

Located in Lafayette, IN

Spectacular 1940's vintage Type BB analytical scale/balance by William Ainsworth & Sons Inc of Denver, Colorado. Scale includes: - Type BB scale/balance - (2) sample pans - (2) ...

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Vintage 1940s American Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Vintage Table Top Apothecary Scale in Walnut & Brass, c. 1940's
Vintage Table Top Apothecary Scale in Walnut & Brass, c. 1940's

Vintage Table Top Apothecary Scale in Walnut & Brass, c. 1940's

Located in Deland, FL

A great design piece to round out your space. Vintage, unique and a rare find. Make it yours today!  

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Vintage 1940s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Oak

Set of 9 Antique Brass Scale Weights in Wood Block Apothecary 1920s
Set of 9 Antique Brass Scale Weights in Wood Block Apothecary 1920s

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 200 grams, one 500 grams, one 1 kilo, and one 2 kilos) set in a wooden block.

Category

Vintage 1920s Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Maco Braga Brass Apothecary Balance Scale
Maco Braga Brass Apothecary Balance Scale

Maco Braga Brass Apothecary Balance Scale

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H 22.75 in W 18 in D 9 in

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.

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Antique Late 19th Century Portuguese Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Large 1940s Vintage Industrial Apothecary Laboratory Teaching Scale Balance
Large 1940s Vintage Industrial Apothecary Laboratory Teaching Scale Balance

Large 1940s Vintage Industrial Apothecary Laboratory Teaching Scale Balance

Located in Lafayette, IN

Rare 1940's vintage large-scale teaching scale/balance. Scale stands a massive 50" tall and was originally used as an instructional scale in a Purdue University lab (hence the large ...

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Vintage 1940s American Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Steel, Iron

Antique Brass Scientific Pharmacy Apothecary Pan Balance Scale 19"
Antique Brass Scientific Pharmacy Apothecary Pan Balance Scale 19"

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: 18.75" x 8.75" x 17" (Width x Depth x Height)

Category

Early 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Cased Balance Scale, Indian, Brass, Apothecary Measure, Circa 1960
Vintage Cased Balance Scale, Indian, Brass, Apothecary Measure, Circa 1960

Vintage Cased Balance Scale, Indian, Brass, Apothecary Measure, Circa 1960

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a vintage cased balance scale. An Indian, brass apothecary measure, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960.

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Mid-20th Century Indian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

19th Century Antique Chinese Apothecary Balance Scale Stand with Weights
19th Century Antique Chinese Apothecary Balance Scale Stand with Weights

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 and storage drawers.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antiquities

Materials

Brass

Vintage Mahogany Apothecary Balance Scale by Christian Becker, New York
Vintage Mahogany Apothecary Balance Scale by Christian Becker, New York

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, and a bottom pull out drawer. Fitted with a level. Brass screw-on feet. Bone and bra...

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Vintage 1910s American Other Scientific Instruments

Industrial Apothecary Torsion Balance
Industrial Apothecary Torsion Balance

Industrial Apothecary Torsion Balance

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H 9 in W 19 in D 7.5 in

Industrial Apothecary Torsion Balance

By Torsion Balance Company

Located in San Jose, CA

Industrial apothecary pharmaceutical torsion balance scale from the early 1900s.

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

19th Century Monumental Handblown Apothecary Jar
19th Century Monumental Handblown Apothecary Jar

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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Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Country Bottles

Materials

Glass

Early 1900's Apothecary Scale
Early 1900's Apothecary Scale

Early 1900's Apothecary Scale

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H 8.25 in W 13.5 in D 7 in

Early 1900's Apothecary Scale

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful example of early 1900's weights and balance scale, with functioning parts and original weights. Perfect prescription for your mechanical curiosity.

Category

20th Century American Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

French Apothecary Metal Scale
French Apothecary Metal Scale

French Apothecary Metal Scale

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H 5.5 in W 13.75 in D 5.5 in

French Apothecary Metal Scale

Located in Austin, TX

A decorative Apothecary Scale in burnt orange enamelled metal with brass plateaux.

Category

Early 20th Century French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal, Brass

Apothecary's  / Assayer's Scales
Apothecary's  / Assayer's Scales

Apothecary's / Assayer's Scales

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H 18 in W 18 in D 11 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. They are English and have the name of "Griffin & George Limited, London, Birmingha...

Category

Early 20th Century English Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

A Pair of Apothecary Century Scales

A Pair of Apothecary Century Scales

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H 18 in W 18 in D 5 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 lead Roman figure standing on stepped plinth.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Pair of Large Scale, Green Glass Apothecary Jars
Pair of Large Scale, Green Glass Apothecary Jars

Pair of Large Scale, Green Glass Apothecary Jars

Located in San Francisco, CA

Pair of large scale green glass apothecary jars with gilded lids and labels, English circa 1860

Category

20th Century English Jars

Materials

Glass

Large Pair of 19th Century Brass Apothecary Balance Scales
Large Pair of 19th Century Brass Apothecary Balance Scales

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 century brass apothecary weights, possibly French.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Pair of Large English Apothecary Jars
Pair of Large English Apothecary Jars

Pair of Large English Apothecary Jars

Located in San Francisco, CA

Pair of large scale English apothecary jars with painted labels and gilded lids, circa 1880

Category

20th Century English Glass

Materials

Glass

Vintage Industrial Big Medical Balance
Vintage Industrial Big Medical Balance

Vintage Industrial Big Medical Balance

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H 82.68 in W 14.18 in D 20.08 in

Vintage Industrial Big Medical Balance

Located in Retie, BE

Big Medical Scale used in Hospitals and Pharmacie - Apothecary balance/scale - Made by Etabl.

Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Metal

17th Century Pottery Apothacary Jar with the Legend "P.Lavdanvm" En
17th Century Pottery Apothacary Jar with the Legend "P.Lavdanvm" En

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) .

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Antique Mid-17th Century English More Furniture and Collectibles

Chinese Medicine Cabinet
Chinese Medicine Cabinet

Chinese Medicine Cabinet

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H 61.75 in W 53 in D 20 in

Chinese Medicine Cabinet

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Large-scale apothecary style cabinet, with striking red Chinese characters.

Category

Early 20th Century Apothecary Cabinets

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Beautiful antique brass scale on Portofino marble base, made in Italy
Beautiful antique brass scale on Portofino marble base, made in Italy

Beautiful antique brass scale on Portofino marble base, made in Italy

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

A classic antique scale with a polished Portofino marble base, fluted aged-brass stem and etched fittings, hand-made in Italy. A great accessory especially for kitchens, the use of m...

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Mid-20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Marble, Brass

Late 19th French Mahogany & Brass Balance Scale, c.1870
Late 19th French Mahogany & Brass Balance Scale, c.1870

Late 19th French Mahogany & Brass Balance Scale, c.1870

$250Sale Price|28% Off

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Late 19th French Mahogany & Brass Balance Scale, c.1870

Located in San Francisco, CA

About A late 19th century balance scale. The body is Mahogany with two brass trays, brass and glass window and bronze inner mechanism. The piece is solidly built and works properly....

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Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Antique Canada Post Office Balance Scale with Cast Metal Base and Brass Accents
Antique Canada Post Office Balance Scale with Cast Metal Base and Brass Accents

Antique Canada Post Office Balance Scale with Cast Metal Base and Brass Accents

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique postal scale is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Canada and date to approximately 1952 and done in the Late Victorian style. The scale is composed of cast ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Canadian Late Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian Antique Scale, Brass and Carrara Marble, Early 20th Century
Italian Antique Scale, Brass and Carrara Marble, Early 20th Century

Italian Antique Scale, Brass and Carrara Marble, Early 20th Century

Located in Viterbo, VT

Balance made in Italy in the early 1900s using Carrara marble and brass. The balance is a beautiful example of early 20th century craftsmanship that was focused in bringing beauty ev...

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Early 20th Century Italian Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

19century English Balancing Scale
19century English Balancing Scale

19century English Balancing Scale

$1,950

H 26 in W 21 in D 13.5 in

19century English Balancing Scale

By G. None

Located in Tarrytown, NY

19century English balancing scale.

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Antique 19th Century European Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

19th Century Antique French Brass Balance Scale with Original Weights
19th Century Antique French Brass Balance Scale with Original Weights

19th Century Antique French Brass Balance Scale with Original Weights

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An antique French intricate brass balance with different weights in solid brass, in good condition. The iron scale is topped with the original polished brass plates. The scale reads ...

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Antique 19th Century French Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal, Brass, Iron

Antique French Brass Balance Scale, Late 19th Century Design
Antique French Brass Balance Scale, Late 19th Century Design

Antique French Brass Balance Scale, Late 19th Century Design

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A small, antique French intricate brass balance with different weights in solid brass, in good condition. The iron scale is topped with the original polished brass plates. The scale ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal, Brass, Iron

French 19th Century Freestanding Brass Tea Scale Mounted on Wooden Base
French 19th Century Freestanding Brass Tea Scale Mounted on Wooden Base

French 19th Century Freestanding Brass Tea Scale Mounted on Wooden Base

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French brass freestanding tea scale from the 19th century mounted on a wooden base. Born in France during the politically dynamic 19th century, this tea scale features a central sh...

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Antique 19th Century French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Zimmerman Brass and Fruitwood Balance Scale from Dijon
19th Century French Zimmerman Brass and Fruitwood Balance Scale from Dijon

19th Century French Zimmerman Brass and Fruitwood Balance Scale from Dijon

Located in Dallas, TX

This elegant antique balance scale was crafted in Dijon, France, circa 1870. Rectangular in shape, the classic measuring device features a fruitwood case with fine marquetry fillet i...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Victorian Brass Scale by P. Charpentier
19th Century French Victorian Brass Scale by P. Charpentier

19th Century French Victorian Brass Scale by P. Charpentier

By P. Charpentier a Paris 1

Located in Queens, NY

French Victorian brass scale with 2 round trays on square wooden base (signed CHARPENTIER with hallmark)

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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

American Victorian Brass Scale
American Victorian Brass Scale

American Victorian Brass Scale

$2,400

H 32 in W 25 in D 7 in

American Victorian Brass Scale

Located in Queens, NY

American Victorian green painted iron and brass scale with 2 brass trays.

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Antique 19th Century American Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

Pharmacy Balance Scale, Late 19th Century
Pharmacy Balance Scale, Late 19th Century

Pharmacy Balance Scale, Late 19th Century

$745

H 14.18 in W 14.18 in D 8.27 in

Pharmacy Balance Scale, Late 19th Century

Located in Brussels, Brussels

a fine late 19th-century pharmacy balance scale in walnut and ebonized wood. This pharmaceutical laboratory balance scale is housed in its original glass-fronted display case with a ...

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Antique 19th Century Belgian Napoleon III Scientific Instruments

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Eagle Crest Brass Balance Shop Scales, Industrial Style
19th Century Eagle Crest Brass Balance Shop Scales, Industrial Style

19th Century Eagle Crest Brass Balance Shop Scales, Industrial Style

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Brass balance shop scales with eagle crest Decorative large brass balance shop scales  I super looking set, the slightly dished pans are hung on brass chains from the main colu...

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Antique Late 19th Century Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

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Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

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Italian Walnut and Iron Pastaia Shop Cabinet with Nine Drawers and Glass Panels
Italian Walnut and Iron Pastaia Shop Cabinet with Nine Drawers and Glass Panels

Italian Walnut and Iron Pastaia Shop Cabinet with Nine Drawers and Glass Panels

Located in Atlanta, GA

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Iron

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$68,769 / set

H 102.37 in W 67.33 in D 106.3 in

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Located in Vosselaar, BE

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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Bookcases

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Wood

circa 1920 Art Deco Lighted Oak Display Counter
circa 1920 Art Deco Lighted Oak Display Counter

circa 1920 Art Deco Lighted Oak Display Counter

$13,915

H 42.4 in W 96 in D 31 in

circa 1920 Art Deco Lighted Oak Display Counter

Located in Dekalb, IL

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Early 20th Century French Giltwood Display Cabinet

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$15,026

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Antique 56-Drawer Apothecary Cabinet

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$13,750

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Located in Dekalb, IL

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Antique Pharmacy Cabinet, Walnut Bookcases and Glass Doors with Sign, '800 Italy

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$59,600Sale Price|20% Off

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Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)

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Glass, Walnut

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Apothecary /  Medicin Chest of Drawer

Apothecary / Medicin Chest of Drawer

$3,054

H 65.36 in W 46.86 in D 20.48 in

Apothecary / Medicin Chest of Drawer

Located in Kastrup, DK

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Elm

Massive 19th C. European Apothecary Cabinet, 130 Individual Drawers
Massive 19th C. European Apothecary Cabinet, 130 Individual Drawers

Massive 19th C. European Apothecary Cabinet, 130 Individual Drawers

Located in North Miami, FL

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Iron

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At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal apothecary scale for your home. An apothecary scale — often made from metal, brass and wood — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the apothecary scale you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. An apothecary scale is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, mid-century modern and Arts and Crafts styles are sought with frequency. Bayliss & Coulthard and Henry Troemner each produced at least one beautiful apothecary scale that is worth considering.

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The average selling price for an apothecary scale at 1stDibs is $1,686, while they’re typically $170 on the low end and $13,760 for the highest priced.

Questions About Apothecary Scale

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    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.