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Art Deco Rock-Ola "Loboy" Porcelain Enamel Coin-Op Penny Scale
$1,650
£1,254.75
€1,447.30
CA$2,311.35
A$2,586.86
CHF 1,350.74
MX$31,559.78
NOK 17,145.90
SEK 16,270.40
DKK 10,807.72
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About the Item
Beginning in the Late 19th Century, the penny scale offered a means for passersby to quickly check their weight without going to the trouble of seeing a doctor; simultaneously - and perhaps more notably - they provided an irresistible opportunity for businesses to advertise and earn extra revenue. Penny scales quickly became a platform for creativity in advertising and design, as machines competed to attract the attention of customers on the street.
This scale - the "LoBoy" model - was produced by the jukebox manufacturing company Rock-Ola in the 1930s and features a Classic skyscraper-inspired Art Deco Silhouette in black and white porcelain enamel. The mirrored glass display features instructions ("Stand Still - Keep Clear") as well as a reference chart which provides 'healthy' weights for men and women by height. The scale itself has been modified to function without needing to deposit a coin. This piece would make a super unique and functional addition to any retro bathroom!
- Creator:Rock-Ola (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 43 in (109.22 cm)Width: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Depth: 19 in (48.26 cm)
- Style:Art Deco (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1930s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Scale functions without coin deposit. Great antique patina. Some de-silvering to mirror, areas of oxidation to back; possibly missing one back panel. Accuracy not tested.
- Seller Location:Norwalk, CT
- Reference Number:Seller: 002741stDibs: LU2916333055702
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