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Vintage Balance Scales Bell Weights
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Lovely set of vintage chrome and wood balance scales with their bell weights.
Category

Early 20th Century British Scientific Instruments

Materials

Chrome

19th Century English Painted Iron Scale with Three Weights
Located in Dallas, TX
removable enamel tray and three round weights of different colors. The scale has handles for easy handling
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Scientific Instruments

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Postmodern Chrome Finish Rare Weight Scale with Molded Footprint
By Gravita
Located in San Diego, CA
Gravita vintage metallic silver footprint weight scale midcentury MOD. Vintage bathroom scale
Category

20th Century American Post-Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Chrome

Palethorpes’ Sausage Scale Victorian Butchers Balance Scales, Brass Bell Weights
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Palethorpes’ Sausage Scales, Victorian Butchers Balance Scales, with brass bell weights The
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Industrial More Folk Art

Early Troemner #3 scale with two weights great tole paint
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A great early Troemner of Philadelphia scale, with some nice tole floral painting. It is working
Category

Early 20th Century American Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

Wonderful antique Edwardian postal scales and weights
Located in Ipswich, GB
Wonderful antique Edwardian postal scales & weights, having a lovely pair of antique Victorian
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Metalwork

Materials

Brass

19th Century Set of Rowntree’s Sweetshop Scales with Brass Bell Weights
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A 19th century set of Rowntree’s sweetshop scales with brass bell weights This a very rare find
Category

Early 20th Century English Industrial Historical Memorabilia

Brass Merchants Scale on Mahogany Base with Weights, English, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Brass merchants scale on a mahogany base with a full set of boxed weights, England, circa 1870.    
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Antique Late 19th Century English Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique English Shop Scale 7 Graduated Weights With Brass Pans Blue
Located in Tyler, TX
EXCELLENT Antique English Blue Shop Scale with Brass Pans and 7 Graduated Weights~~c. 1930 Weights
Category

Vintage 1930s English Edwardian Antiquities

Materials

Brass

Rare Signed Oak Jockey Scale Complete with Weights by H. Pooley
By Henry Pooley Son 1
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare oak and brass jockey scale made and signed by H.Pooley & Sons, London and Liverpool, the oak
Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Brass

Antique Metal Chinese Medicine Scale and Weight with Zitan Case, 19th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
Antique Metal Chinese Medicine Scale and Weight with Zitan Case, 19th Century Provenance: Private
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

20th Century Italian Marble-Top Balance Scale with Complete Set of Weights
Located in Sofia, BG
Italian marble-top balance scale. White marble-top with chamfered corners, has round nickel trays
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Marble, Brass

20th Century Swiss Balance Scale in Green with Complete Set of Weights
Located in Sofia, BG
Swiss balance iron scale hand painted in green with floral ornaments decorated in gold. It is made
Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

A Grand Sized 19th Century Dutch Brass Scale with Several Small Weights Included
Located in Atlanta, GA
base of this scale has been made to hold the various weights that are included with this piece (as
Category

Antique 19th Century Dutch Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut and Brass Scale with Set of Weights
Located in Dallas, TX
This Classic, antique scale with original plates was created in Dijon France, circa 1870
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

19th Century Very Large French Iron Butcher Scales with Brass Pans and Weights
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This very large set of iron butcher scales from the late 19th century features brass needles and
Category

Antique 1880s French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Set 2 Brass Scale, Balance, with Weights, Ceramic and Bronze 1800 France
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique set composed of 2 brass scale (balance) with also set of weights for one, probably from a
Category

Antique 19th Century French More Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Very Large Mid-19th Century French Iron Cheese Scale or Pot Rack with Weights
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This very large iron cheese scale from the Jura mountains near the Swiss border hangs from above
Category

Antique 1860s French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

Large Early 20th Century Belgian Set of Brass Scales on Walnut Base with Weights
Located in Fayetteville, AR
maximum weight in kilograms that this set of scales holds. A complete set of twelve brass gram weights
Category

Vintage 1920s Belgian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Painted Iron and Brass Paris Crest Scale with Set of Weights
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate your kitchen counter with this elegant, colorful antique scale. Crafted in Versailles
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Iron

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

Edwardian Candy Scale
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Ornate Edwardian sweet (candy) scale with imperial weights by W. & T. Avery, Birmingham, UK
Category

Early 20th Century British Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Iron

Scholar s Collection of Scroll Weights
Located in Wainscott, NY
script, Ching Period 6. copper twin fish scale weight, Ching Period 7. brass dragon seal, Ming Period
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Scholar s Objects

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. The
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Primitive Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Antique English Avery Balance Scale
By W T Avery
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Antique balance scales with original paint and weights. The front has a crest of the Royal
Category

Antique 19th Century British Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

Early 19th Century Regency Weighing Scales
Located in Dublin 8, IE
holding scale and brass measuring weights with makers name, Young & Sons, London, all supported on moulded
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English George IV Scientific Instruments

Materials

Mahogany

Rare English Tortoiseshell Silver Postal Scales
Located in London, GB
Rare English Tortoiseshell & Silver postal scales with original weights date London 1896-97
Category

Antique 19th Century English Desk Accessories

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Antique Day Millward Sweet Shop Scale
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Lovely antique Day & Millward sweet shop scale with original brass imperial weights up to 8 oz with
Category

Antique 19th Century British Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron, Brass

Set of Victorian Mahogany Jockey Scales
Located in Cheshire, GB
alongside cast balance scale with various original engraved period weights, standing on turned legs with
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Sports Equipment and Memorab...

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Large Italian Brass Butcher s Scale
Located in New York, NY
the 19th century. This Italian scale features a horizontal beam with weight sat the end. The upper
Category

Antique 19th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique Two-Plate Scale, Wood, Copper and Brass
Located in Houston, TX
Antique two-plate scale, wood, copper and brass, early 1900s. This culinary scale comes with 3
Category

Early 20th Century French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Copper, Iron

Antique Set Of Brass And Iron Kitchen Scales
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique Set Of Brass And Iron Kitchen Scales with brass bell weights having a shaped iron base with
Category

Early 20th Century Metalwork

Materials

Brass, Iron

Victorian Apothecary Box
Located in Northampton, GB
, four small jars, two tins, a bone spoon, brass scales with weights and a bundle of labels for the jars
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Monumental Solid Brass and Iron Portuguese Butcher Shop Scale
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Jaw dropping in size and character, a 19th century brass and gilded iron butcher shop scale with
Category

Antique 19th Century Portuguese More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Brass

Large Steelyard Brass Scale Lamp from a Hardware Store
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
a hardware store it has been made from a brass steelyard bar scale complete with weight and chains
Category

Early 20th Century Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Rare English Tortoiseshell Silver Postal Scales London 1896-97
Located in London, GB
Rare English tortoiseshell & silver postal scales with original weights dated London 1896-97. We
Category

Antique 19th Century British Desk Accessories

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Georgian Satinwood Apothecary Box
Located in Northampton, GB
four smaller drawers. The drawers contain a selection of apothecary objects and a set of brass scales
Category

Antique Late 18th Century British George III Decorative Boxes

Materials

Glass, Wood, Boxwood, Satinwood

Bronze Football
Located in New York, NY
To scale with good weight at 5.5 pounds. Brass laces and great patina.
Category

Vintage 1970s Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

XIX Century English Mahogany Apothecary Set Cabinet Medicines J Hexam Chymist
Located in Milan, IT
& Perfumery J. Hexam Chymist Swansea ecc”. In the lower part some drawers are arranged, containing a scale
Category

Antique 19th Century British Scientific Instruments

Materials

Mahogany

Reed Barton Equestrian Letter Opener, 1940s USA
By Reed Barton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
stunning and practical addition to elevate your office. Large scale with good weight and presence. Matching
Category

Vintage 1940s American Desk Sets

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Rare Set of Three Seguso Murano Obelisks
By Seguso Vetri d Arte
Located in New York, NY
design vary as angles change and the set of three graduating sizes presents beautifully with great scale
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Henry Troemer Balance Scale with Weights in Aluminum Carrying Case
Located in San Mateo, CA
Vintage Henry Troemer scale with weights. This is in a custom made aluminum carrying box. This has
Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Iron

19th Century S. Mordan Co of London Brass and Wood Postage Scale with Weights
By S. Mordan Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Presenting weights in the front as well as a label identifying the company, the scale is inscribed with the
Category

Antique 19th Century English Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

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.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Brass Balance Scale
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
9-176 Intricately detailed brass balance scale with weights (weights fit in solid brass base) made
Category

Vintage 1960s Scientific Instruments

Vintage Toledo Scale Top
By Toledo Scale Company
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Post War Toledo Top of scale with 5,000 pound weight capacity. The story of Toledo Scale began when
Category

Vintage 1940s North American Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

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
Category

Early 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

Antiques french Scale France 19th Wrought Iron Brass, Wood and Marble
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
French 19th Century Scale with Weights, Black Cast Iron, Brass, Marble Base Description: This
Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Garniture

Materials

Marble, Brass, Wrought Iron

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
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antiquities

Materials

Brass

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
Category

Vintage 1940s American Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Quality pair of antique Victorian brass scales and weights
Located in Ipswich, GB
Quality pair of antique Victorian brass beam scales with the original weights, bearing makers label
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Victorian Metalwork

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut Scale with Brass Plates and Weights Set
Located in Dallas, TX
This Classic, antique fruitwood scale was created in France, circa 1870. The scale features some
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

John Joseph Mechi Brass and Agate Scales and Weights, London
By John Joseph Mechi
Located in Miami, FL
John Joseph Mechi brass and agate scales and weights, London Offered for sale is a fine mid
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English More Desk Accessories

Materials

Agate, Brass

19th Century Cast Iron "W. T. Avery Ltd Class Scale and Weights, circa 1880s
By W T Avery
Located in San Francisco, CA
Cast iron late 19th century, scale with removable tray and individual weights. The weights include
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

Gilt Bronze and Brass Apothecary Scale with Dolphin and Serpent Decoration
Located in Dallas, TX
known as “scales”. To use the scale, an object of unknown mass would be placed in one pan. Weights are
Category

Early 20th Century Portuguese Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Bronze

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
Category

Antique 19th Century American Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

Antique Postal Scale and Letter Holder, circa 1900
Located in Houston, TX
ball feet, the scale comes with three brass weights, 1/2 oz, 2 oz, and 4 oz, each of which rest in a
Category

Antique Early 1900s French More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

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Scales With Weights For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of scales with weights for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct scales with weights — often made from metal, brass and wood — can elevate any home. Scales with weights have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Scales with weights bearing Industrial or Victorian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many scales with weights are appealing in their simplicity, but Gravita, Henry Pooley Son and S. Mordan Co. produced popular scales with weights that are worth a look.

How Much are Scales With Weights?

Prices for scales with weights start at $375 and top out at $11,500 with the average selling for $1,123.
Questions About Scales With Weights
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    How you read a hanging weight scale depends on the design. Analog hanging scales will usually have either a round or vertical bar dial marked with ounce and pound or milligram and gram markings. Look to where the needle points to determine the weight. Newer digital scales will usually show the weight in ounces or grams on a display. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of hanging scales.
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    A penny scale is one of the first coin-operated vending machines ever made. When you deposit a penny and stand on the scale, the machine displays your weight in pounds on a dial. The first penny scales appeared in drugstores, carnivals and other public places during the 1880s. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of penny scales.
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    A salter scale uses a sling and spring balance to come up with a weight. The original purpose of salter scales was to accurately weigh babies and children under two years of age. Children are cradled in the sling so they can be weighed. Find an assortment of antique and vintage scales from the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    A brass scale is the one used in ancient times when bartering or trading various precious metal currencies. They are now frequently used as decorative objects for display in any home. This regal-looking collectible adds a touch of royalty to any mantel or console table. Find a variety of antique and vintage brass scales on 1stDibs.
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    A medical scale is a professional-grade device used to measure weight along with other metrics such as body mass index (BMI). This type of scale often features digital displays, EMR connectivity,
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    There is no single lightest weight fabric. Types of fabric can vary in thickness, leading to differences in weight. However, some fabrics are generally lighter than others. Examples of lightweight fabrics include chiffon, linen, organza, mesh and silk. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of apparel from some of the world's top boutiques.
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    A large-scale photograph is a photo that is larger than standard sizes. The ability to produce these oversized images emerged in the 1980s, and artists like Cindy Sherman and Jeff Wall began to use them in their work. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of photographic art from some of the world's top galleries.
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    Percival Everitt is believed to have invented the penny scale. He obtained the first patent for one in England in 1884. The first penny scales arrived in the U.S. in 1885 and were popular methods of tracking weight through the 1930s and 40s. On 1stDibs, find a selection of penny scales.
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    Generally, hanging scales are accurate up to 99 percent, with newer digital models providing higher rates of accuracy than older manual models. However, all scales must undergo regular calibration to provide accurate weight measurements. Shop an assortment of hanging scales on 1stDibs.
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    A small scale model is a copy of a larger object which is being represented. Usually, the scale model is smaller than the original and is used as a guide in creating the actual size object. Very often a small scale model becomes a collector’s item.
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    Hanging scales are sometimes called crane scales. However, you can also refer to them simply as hanging scales. These instruments work by measuring the amount of force that an object exerts when hung from them. Shop a selection of hanging scales on 1stDibs.
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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.
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    Whether weighted sterling is worth anything depends on a few things. Namely, the type of piece, its maker, age and condition will determine its value. In terms of the material itself, how much weighted silver is worth depends on how much sterling versus filler material it contains. Some pieces have very little real silver, while others are predominantly silver and have a higher scrap value. To get an estimate of the value of a piece of weighted silver, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Explore a range of weighted silver wares on 1stDibs.
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    To clean weighted sterling silver, use a cleaning product formulated for sterling silver and a soft lint-free cloth. Keep dust at bay by wiping the object down with a soft cloth dampened with warm water. Always dry the silver with a soft towel after cleaning. Find a collection of weighted sterling silver decorative objects on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, but how much weight a tensegrity table can hold depends on its construction and materials. Each piece has a maximum weight capacity that you should not exceed in order to protect both the table and anything put on it. Contact the manufacturer to find out the capacity of your specific table. Find a range of tensegrity tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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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    Hairpin legs are quite sturdy. The 3/4" variety is suitable for supporting a weight of up to 130 lbs., while 1/2" hairpin legs are suitable for 250 lbs. or more. A small 50-lb. desk that can be easily moved by two people can be supported by 1/2" two-rod legs.
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    How much weight a hanging chair can hold varies. Each chair has a maximum weight rating based on the strength of its materials. Hanging a chair properly can help to ensure that the furniture can support the specified amount of weight. On 1stDibs, find a variety of hanging chairs.
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    The weight limit for a Haworth office chair varies from model to model. However, most of the furniture maker's office chairs are warrantied for users who weigh at least 300 pounds. If you're unsure what the weight limit is on your chair, you can contact Haworth for more information via the company's contact information, as shared on its official website. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Haworth furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
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