Early 20th Century Brass Wage Scale with Cast Iron Frame oiler carved pediment

carved pediment

AF - 301111 - 010223

MM - 7952 - 022824

later versions would have a swivel base option

MM - 080625 - 14320

Early 20th Century Brass Wage Scale with Cast Iron Frame oiler carved pedimentCast iron balance scale with polished brass pans and original brass calibration weights. Sometimes referred to as a "wage scale," these compact balances were commonly found in apothecaries, general stores, and industrial offices where accurate weight calculation was necessary for pay, trade, or measurement. The base is heavily cast with geometric latticework and decorative finials at the fulcrum, showcasing the overbuilt utility of the period. Twin