993.236.1: Apothecary Balance Scales, 19th Cent.
Additional Images
Image No. 1851 ; Photographer: Helen Kingsley
Object Description
Balance scales with two round brass trays suspended from 3 green cords each. The balance beam is made of steel. Positioned at the upper part of the hanger there is a ring inside of which is a reference needle for the pointer and a small hole at the top for suspending the instrument from a fixture or from the hand.
Object Classification
Accession Number: 993.236.1
Collection: Pharmacy-ware
Date: 19th Cent.
Object Dimensions
- Length: 28 cm
- Height: 24 cm
- Depth: 7.5 cm
Object Parts
Object Materials
- copper alloy,
- fiber,
- iron
