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1900s French Brass Hanging Scale
Located in High Point, NC
brass pieces. Full of history and presenting a sense of purpose and scientific integrity, this scale
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Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass

Authentic 1905 Scale from the Computing Scale Company from Dayton, Ohio
By Computing Scale Company 1
Located in Atlanta, GA
A 1905 scale from The Computing Scale Company from Dayton Ohio, US. Charming us with its handsome
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Early 20th Century American Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Coin Operated Scale by Watling of Chicago
By Watling Scale Co.
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco coin operated scale, by the Watling Scale Company, of Chicago. This example is in good
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Iron

1930s Detecto Hanging Mercantile Produce Scale with Galvanized Steel Scoop
By Detecto Scale Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage hanging mercantile produce scale along with a galvanized steel scoop, circa 1930-1940
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Metal, Steel

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 Scientific Scales

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Toledo 8400A American Art Deco Green Enameled Porcelain Penny Coin Scale
By Toledo Scale Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Toledo Scale Company Model 8400A. Features an enameled green porcelain finish and tiled station
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Metal, Enamel

1890s Brass Scale
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1890s brass scale.
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1890s Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass

Avery Jockey Scales
Located in Cheshire, GB
Avery Jockey scales the seat upholstered in leather above the mahogany base with carved frieze
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Late 19th Century British Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Mahogany

1905 Barrel Scale No. 144 from Computing Scale Co. Dayton
Located in Kansas City, MO
This is an early 1900s Horizontal Barrel Scale style #144 from the Computing Scale Company out of
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Early 1900s American Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass, Steel, Iron

Antique Doctors Standing Scale
Located in Sheffield, MA
An authentic classical scale from 1900 meant for doctors. Know as balance scale which was
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19th Century European Industrial Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Iron

Maco Braga Balance Scale
By Maco Braga
Located in New York, NY
Solid Brass Maco Braga 19th Century Serpentine Balance Scale in excellent working condition with
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Late 19th Century Portuguese Late Victorian Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass

Antique English Greengrocer s Scale
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Antique English greengrocer's scale on a marble and wood base with polished brass scoop and it's
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass, Iron

19th Century French Scale
Located in Houston, TX
A complete Empire period bronze pharmacy scale bears the certification and the official stamps
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19th Century French Empire Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass

19th Century Brass Balance Scale
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A handsome 19th century brass balance scale on a wooden stand and with a set of weights.
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1880s French Industrial Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Balance, Scale
Located in Round Top, TX
French 19th century tabletop scale "balance" in iron. A terrific accent piece for any kitchen
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19th Century French Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Metal Scale
Located in High Point, NC
Step back in time with this authentic 19th Century French Metal Scale, a testament to the enduring
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19th Century French Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Weigh Scale
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Rare wood and strap iron weigh scale from the commune of Lunville, Meurthe et Moselle, in the
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19th Century French Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Iron

19th Century Jeweler s Balance Scale
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century Jeweler's balance scale in original bevelled glass case was considered a precision
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1890s European Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Glass

19th Century Very Large Set of Cast Iron Scales with Brass Pans Bakery Scales
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This handsome set of 19th century French bakery scales made of cast iron features its original
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19th Century French Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass, Iron

West German Pharmacy Scale, circa 1940s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pharmacy scale stamped "Made in West Germany" on the top. The scale has a complete set of solid
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Early 20th Century German Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass, Pewter

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 Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass

Antique French Grocers Scale Circa 1890
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Grocers Scale Circa 1890
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Late 19th Century French Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass

A desktop mail scale, France 1880.
Located in Milan, IT
A desktop mail scale. Wooden column shaped base, with moved profile, ebonized. Gold painted
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Late 19th Century French Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass

Antique French Napoleon III Butchers Scale
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a beautifully cast iron scale that once used in a French boucher or butcher. There are two
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1860s French Napoleon III Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Iron

Antique Cast Iron Metal Balance Scale
Located in High Point, NC
This metal balance scale was made in France, circa 1900, and brings an industrial accent to your
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Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Steel, Iron

Antique Doctors Standing Scale with Sliding Weights
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a beautiful antique FAIRBANKS Industrial stand up doctors' scale. It has a height indicator
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Early 20th Century Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Iron

Antique French 10 Kilo Scale, circa 1910
Located in Dallas, TX
French scales of this type were used in stores for weighing produce. They consisted of a cast iron
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Early 20th Century French Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass, Iron

A scale weighs travel letters, France 1880.
Located in Milan, IT
A scale weighs travel letters of gilt brass, S-shaped round plate of gilt brass. Ring to hold it
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Late 19th Century French Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass

Gorham Sterling Table Top Postal Scale, 1906
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rare Gorham sterling tabletop postal scale, 1906. With a rectangular platform (Measures 2" x 1.25
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Early 1900s American High Victorian Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Metal, Sterling Silver

Very Large Set of Bronze Louis Philippe Scales
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This very large set of bronze scales is from the Louis Philippe period, c. 1830-1848, Its central
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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Bronze, Brass

Fine Pair of Vintage English Salters Balance Scales
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A pair of antique scales in very good all original condition. Class II, improved family scales, to
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Late 19th Century English Industrial Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Salter s Family Scale England Early 20th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
Antique Salter's Family Scale, England, turn of the Century. Back when normal household items were
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Metal, Brass

Massive Portugese Brass Balance Scale With Bull s Head
Located in Stamford, CT
Impressive large brass balance beam scale with wonderful decorative bull's head on top and the
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19th Century Portuguese Baroque Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Butcher Merchants Scale with Bowls
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iron and brass late 19th century French butcher or merchants scale with silver metal hand formed
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19th Century French Rustic Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Silver, Brass, Bronze, Iron

Neoclassical Solid Brass and Marble Italian Balance Scale
Located in Dallas, TX
Neoclassical solid brass and marble Italian balance scale is a very decorative example of the breed
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Marble, Brass

Later 19th Century French Set of Scale Weights
Located in Round Top, TX
used with different scales - balances - whether for apothecary, jewelers, confectionery, grocers. A
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19th Century French Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass

Later 19th Century French Set of Scale Weights
Located in Round Top, TX
used with different scales - balances - whether for apothecary, jewelers, confectionery, grocers. A
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19th Century French Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass

Later 19th Century French Set of Scale Weights
Located in Round Top, TX
used with different scales - balances - whether for apothecary, jewelers, confectionery, grocers. A
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Late 19th Century French Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass

19th Century Cast Iron Balance Scale, circa 1800s
Located in San Francisco, CA
About A cast iron balance scale with two original weights, side gauge and attached weight. The
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19th Century American Industrial Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Iron

English 19th Century Iron and Brass Culinary Scale
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An excellent English spring kitchen scale, manufactured by “Salter’s”, used for measuring fruits
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19th Century English Industrial Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique 10 Kilogram Scale from France, circa 1900
Located in Dallas, TX
A. Maillefert, Paris. This beautiful antique French scale has two round brass shallow bowls for
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Late 19th Century French Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass, Iron

19th Century Howell James Company Postal Letter Scale
By Howell James Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Howell James & Company brass and porcelain postal letter scale, Regent St. London, circa 1880
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1880s English Victorian Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass

Superb set of Brass Sweetie Balance Scales by Avery
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Superb set of Brass Sweetie Balance Scales by Avery This attractive Brass balance scale on a
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19th Century English Industrial Antique Scientific Scales

Antique Marble and Brass Paris Boulangerie Scale, circa 1860
Located in Dallas, TX
Comes with complete set of weights From Paris, this Boulangerie (bakery) scale makes a wonderful
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Marble, Brass

19th Century French Culinary Scale with Two Copper Plateaux
Located in Leuven , BE
An antique French counter or grocer scale in ebonized hardwood and mahogany inlay with white marble
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Copper

Antique French Iron Scale with Paris Coat of Arms
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century polished iron scale with Paris coat of arms and brass trays, circa 1880. A great
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Late 19th Century French Antique Scientific Scales

Large Scale Antique Heavy Ceramic Mortar and Two Pestles
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Large scale antique heavy ceramic mortar and two pestles along with two wooden handled ceramic
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19th Century Rustic Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Ceramic

Antique English Victorian Brass Letter Scale Weights, Circa 1880-1890.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Victorian Brass Letter Scale with Weights, Circa 1880-1890.
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass

Small Antique English Letter / Postal Scale by Sampson Mordan
Located in Bath, GB
A good small pair of letter scales by the very famous Sampson Mordan, the most highly sought-after
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1880s British Late Victorian Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass

Victorian Bankers Brass Balance Scale by W T Avery
By W T Avery
Located in Montreal, QC
This is a mighty contraption for weighing specie and gold in quantity. It stands on three scrolling feet. It has a blocking and unblocking mechanism, so it can be moved with less dif...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass

Large Industrial Antique Lollypop Toledo Scale Measures to 1600 Pounds
Located in Washington, DC
Toledo honest weight scale recently removed from a 1920s warehouse built for bank storage in
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1920s American Industrial Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass, Metal

Antique English Walnut and Brass Engraved Postal Scale, Circa 1860
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English walnut and brass engraved postal scale, circa 1860.
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass

19th Century 5 Kilogram Iron and Brass Scale from France
Located in Dallas, TX
Made from iron and brass, this 5-kilogram scale comes from France during the 1800’s. French scales
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Late 19th Century French Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Trade Scale Copper and Cast Iron, France, circa 1880
Located in Labrit, Landes
This trade scale was made in the late 19th century in France Copper and Cast-Iron Patina and
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Copper, Iron

P. Quindici 19th Century Chilog Balance Scale Brass and Marble
By P. Quindici
Located in Philadelphia, PA
P. Quindici 19th century Chilog Balance scale brass and marble. Item featurtes marble base, ornate
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19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Marble, Brass

Large Antique Parisian Cast Iron and Brass Scale, circa 1885
Located in Dallas, TX
Featuring the coat of arms of Paris, this large cast iron and brass scale is from France, circa
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1880s French Antique Scientific Scales

Materials

Metal, Brass, Iron

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 Scientific Scales

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Antique Scientific Scales For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique scientific scales is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and iron, all antique scientific scales available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of antique scientific scales available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of antique scientific scales to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Industrial, Victorian and Georgian antique scientific scales are of considerable interest. W T Avery, Henry Troemner and Chatillion Scale Works each produced beautiful antique scientific scales that are worth considering.

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.

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