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Massive Brass Club Fender
Located in Greenwich, CT
, having square brass supports over molded brass bottom rail with wrought and cast iron framing of
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass

19th Century Cast Iron Scales with Brass Pans, Bakery Scales
Located in Fairhope, AL
19th century French bakery scales made of cast iron features its original brass pans and an iron
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Antique 19th Century Taxidermy

Pair of English 19th Century Cast Iron and Wooden Benches
Located in Donhead St Mary, Wiltshire
A pair of English 19th century benches with patinated cast iron scaled serpent bench ends
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Antique 1880s English Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Large Scale Cast Iron Yacht Anchor
Located in New York City, NY
An actual large scale yacht anchor made of wrought iron.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Nautical Objects

Materials

Iron

Toledo Free Weight "Lollipop" Style Scale
By Toledo Scale Company
Located in Aurora, OR
This fantastic Deco era amusement scale was manufactured by the Toledo Company. Founded in 1901
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Shop Scale by Dayton
Located in Alhambra, CA
Wonderful candy store weight scale by The Dayton Ohio Scale Co., circa 1920s. Composed of cast iron
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20th Century American Art Nouveau Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron and Brass Grocery Store Scale
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique cast iron and brass grocery store scale.
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Antique 19th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron, Brass

Rare Cast Iron and Brass Assay Scale
Located in New York, NY
Rare Cast Iron and Brass Assay Scale. This was probably form a US Mint where gold Bullion Bars
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Early 20th Century American Scientific Instruments

Magnificent Scale Cast Iron Urn, c. 1900
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Magnificent Scale Cast Iron Urn from the Kramer Brothers Foundry with beautiful patina and
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Early 20th Century American Urns

Large Scale Iron Andirons
Located in Hudson, NY
Hand forged iron andirons with double S scroll base and cast iron polyhedron finials. These carry
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Early 20th Century American Andirons

Materials

Iron

Massive French Iron Balance Scale, Circa 1860
Located in Lake Forest, IL
Massive French iron balance scale, circa 1860.
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Antique 19th Century French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Wrought Iron

Cast Iron Mammy Doorstop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1920 large scale detailed cast iron Mammy doorstop, exceptional age cracked painted surface
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art More Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Horse Head
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Late 19th century large scale cast iron hitching post horse head with original age cracked and dry
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Iron Scale with Brass Plateaux
Located in Austin, TX
is made of cast iron with drape design at bottom and around feet. The tops are antique brass.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Jardiniere
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage French jardiniere in cast iron. Beautifully scaled with painted white finish. Planter
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20th Century French Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Wrought Iron

Cast Iron Farrier Trade Sign
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1900 large scale cast iron farrier horseshoe trade sign in crisp form, with remnants of white
Category

Early 20th Century American Signs

Materials

Iron

Fabulous Cast Iron Window Mirror
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous mid-late 19th century cast iron window surround, of immense scale (almost 6 foot tall
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Antique 19th Century Wall Mirrors

Victorian Cast Iron Garden Urn by Hunt and Pickering
Located in Shustoke, GB
A Victorian, very large scale cast iron garden urn by Hunt and Pickering of Leicester. The fretted
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Urns

Materials

Iron

Architectural Cast Iron Sculpture
Located in Long Island City, NY
A heroic scale cast iron female head cloaked in a lion skin, possibly produced as a capital for a
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Antique 19th Century French Sculptures

Set of Antique Cast Iron Chinese Weight Measures
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of solid cast iron Chinese scale weights, each showing great patina. These tactile
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Early 20th Century Chinese Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Antique Grocery Scale, 1928
Located in Retie, BE
Beautiful old scale from a grocery shop. Old kitchen scale. Made in Belgium - Liège - 1928 by
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Early 20th Century Belgian More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Iron

Beam Scale
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century cast iron beam scale with great detail, all in original surface and condition
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Antique 19th Century American More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Iron

Antique Large Scale Scrolled Andirons
Located in Cardiff, CA
This pair of antique andirons have grand scale sand would make fantastic outdoor fireplace attire
Category

Early 20th Century American Andirons

Materials

Iron

French Wine Barrel Scale
By A. Marlin
Located in San Francisco, CA
Turn of the 20th century, French cast iron & brass wine barrel scale by A. Marlin of Paris. Comes
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Antique 19th Century French More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Iron, Brass

French Wine Barrel Scale
Located in Pasadena, CA
Made of cast iron and brass this scale has its original pole supports. The manufacturer is Marlin
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Antique 19th Century French Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron, Brass

Large Pair of 19th Century Victorian Cast Iron Urns
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Good pair of Victorian cast iron urns, very heavy, good scale, generous decoration. English
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Urns

Polished Iron and Brass Scale by Herbert Sons, England, 19th C
Located in New York, NY
Distinctive Polished Cast Iron and Brass Scale by "Herbert & Sons, Ltd." with Two Brass Receptacles
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Antique 19th Century English More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Brass

Streamliner scale
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Chrome-plated-steel & cast-iron commercial store scale. With its unmistakable debt to the
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Vintage 1930s Unknown More Furniture and Collectibles

Antique Fairbanks Platform Scale with Weights
Located in Alhambra, CA
Antique cast iron platform scale by Fairbanks, c. 1920. Newly reconditioned and lightly clear
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Vintage 1920s American Industrial Scientific Instruments

Extraordinary 19th Century French Iron Rooster Sculpture
Located in Hudson, NY
An extraordinary 19th century large French Cast Iron Rooster Sculpture. Amazing form, scale
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Antique Late 19th Century French Statues

Materials

Iron

19th Century Pair French Window Grates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1850 pair unusual and large scale French cast iron circular window grates, each with iron
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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Windows

Materials

Iron, Zinc

Red Aircraft Landing Skis
Located in Seattle, WA
Cast iron, wood and aluminum large-scale skis which were used to land small private planes on icy
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Vintage 1930s American Nautical Objects

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

pair of French lamps
Located in Houston, TX
A beautiful pair of lamps composed of 19th c cast iron bases and large over scale custom shades
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Antique 19th Century French Table Lamps

A Large French Optician s Trade Sign Thermometer, 49" Tall
Located in Essex, MA
, Fahrenheit and Centigrade scales, pierced cast iron cistern cover, all framed by a black-painted frame with
Category

Antique 19th Century French Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Antique American Post Office Scale with Fishtail Base of Cast Iron
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, Michigan, USA. The base is shaped like a fishtail in heavy cast iron with a tray, arm, and counter weight
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Iron

Black Cast Iron and Brass Scale by Joseph Beranger, Early 1900s
Located in Austin, TX
An attractive 10 Kilo cast iron and brass scale by Joseph Beranger, French, circa 1900. Black iron
Category

Early 20th Century French Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Iron

Over-Scale Cast Iron "Bellamy Style" American Eagle Wall Plaque
Located in New York City, NY
Over-scale 6 ft paint decorated cast iron Bellamy style American Eagle wall plaque. Holding an
Category

20th Century Wall-mounted Sculptures

Cast Iron Deer Mount from a Bavarian Royal Hunting Lodge
Located in Round Top, TX
A wonderfully detailed and rare full-scale cast iron deer trophy mount from a Bavarian royal
Category

Antique 19th Century German Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Wall Mount in an Eagle Form Holding Balance Scales, Mid-19th Century
Located in Providence, RI
hanging scale is complete and finely done. We imagine this piece displayed by a law office or collector of
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Classical Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Metal

5 Kilogram Iron Scale Weight, France, Early 1900s
Located in Austin, TX
A great antique cast iron five kilogram scale weight from France, early 1900s. Hexagonal in shape
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Early 20th Century French Industrial Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Five Kilogram Iron Scale Weight, France, Early 1900s
Located in Austin, TX
A great antique cast iron five kilogram scale weight from France, early 1900s. Hexagonal in shape
Category

Early 20th Century French Industrial Paperweights

Materials

Iron

1920s Pharmacy Scale
Located in New York, NY
An elegant 1920s cast iron pharmacy scale with original engraved brass fittings and milk glass
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Vintage 1920s American Jars

Materials

Iron, Brass

Early 19th Century Large Scale Georgian Door Knocker
Located in Southampton, NY
19th century Continental cast iron door knocker featuring a Greek God, possibly Apollo, beautiful
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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Victorian French 10 Kilo Shop Scale
Located in Antwerp, BE
19th century French grocery shop scale. Cast iron and brass.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Scientific Instruments

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Cast Iron Scale For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the cast iron scale you’re looking for. Each cast iron scale for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and brass. There are many kinds of the cast iron scale you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A cast iron scale made by Industrial designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. Mills Novelty Company, Detecto Scale Company and Dodge Inc. each produced at least one beautiful cast iron scale that is worth considering.

How Much is a Cast Iron Scale?

The average selling price for a cast iron scale at 1stDibs is $1,225, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $42,469 for the highest priced.
Questions About Cast Iron Scale
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The difference between iron and cast iron comes down to content. Iron is generally pure iron, a chemical element that is a solid metal at room temperature. Cast iron is a mix of iron, carbon, silicon, manganese, sulfur, phosphorus and other elements. Both iron and cast iron can be used to produce furniture, cookware, decorative objects and other items. Generally, cast iron is heavier than iron. Shop an assortment of iron and cast iron pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The name of the person who invented cast iron is unknown. However, anthropologists and archaeologists have determined that the ancient Chinese were the first to develop it. The earliest known examples of cast iron date back to the 6th century B.C. Cast iron production didn't begin in Europe until the 14th century A.D. Shop a collection of cast iron furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Cast iron columns are vertical supports produced out of cast iron, a material made from iron and alloys with a carbon content of more than two percent. During the 19th century, cast iron columns were used in architecture. Today, they primarily function as decorative objects. Shop a range of cast iron columns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Whether cast iron columns are hollow depends on the piece. Most cast iron columns are hollow due to the manner of crafting, but some are solid. On 1stDibs, find a selection of columns.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, you can generally use cast iron as a planter because the material is durable and sturdy. However, you may need to drill drainage holes in a cast iron piece that wasn't intended to function as a planter to allow excess water to exit the vessel. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cast iron planters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, cast iron tables can rust. Pieces are more likely to develop rust when exposed to humidity, such as in bathrooms or outdoor living spaces in coastal areas. Wiping surfaces clean regularly and touching up scratches and chips can reduce the risk of rust. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, cast iron firebacks are quite sturdy and work really well. As they are made of solid iron, it's a challenge to move and place them. Given that, cast iron firebacks are the best protection for the back wall of the fireplace. Find a variety of firebacks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to hang a cast iron bell depends on the style. Some cast iron bells have loops at the top that you can hang from a hook anchored onto your desired mounting surface. Others have brackets or frames that you can secure with mounting screws. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron bells.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    To keep a piece made of cast iron from rusting, place it in a cool, dry space with good air circulation.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cast iron doorstops originated in the late 18th century. Osbourn Dursey invented the first doorstop in 1878. Decorative cast iron stops became popular in the 1920s and remained so throughout World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique cast iron doorstops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A cast iron fireplace insert is a firebox that fits into an existing fireplace surround. The insert is made of cast iron, a type of iron that is more than 2 percent carbon. Cast iron is highly durable and very resistant to the effects of heat. You'll find a selection of cast iron fireplace inserts on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Cast iron trivets are used for many things but are especially ideal for slow cooking meat. They can prop up food in Dutch ovens to prevent burning and increase heat distribution.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Cast iron is often used for benches because of its characteristics. Its strength makes it well-suited to support the weight of two or more adults, and its hardness allows it to resist damage due to weather exposure. Shop a range of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cast iron is frequently used for fireplaces due to its properties. The metal is highly durable, allowing it to hold up to the effects of frequent use. It also readily conducts heat to help warm up interiors. You'll find a variety of cast iron fireplaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Unlike cast iron, wrought iron is not brittle and will bend rather than break. Wrought ironwork is produced with a hammer and anvil and tends to be more intricate than cast ironwork, which is characterized by repetitive designs that can be carved into a wooden pattern and cast. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    To tell if a cast iron doorstop is valuable, always look for original paint. Any that have been repainted or repaired will have diminished in value. You can also use online resources to try and research items, but the best way to find out if a cast iron doorstop is worth anything is to consult a certified appraiser. An experienced professional can evaluate the condition, determine the maker and research the piece to assign an approximate value. On 1stDibs, find a range of doorstops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, cast iron umbrella stands and anything made of cast iron can rust. Keeping your cast iron umbrella stand away from moisture and humidity is the best way to keep it from rusting. However, because it is designed to hold wet umbrellas that may be impractical. Some people like to paint cast iron to protect it from rusting. You’ll find a variety of cast iron and other umbrella stands from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.