April 24, 2024
ANTIQUE POSTAL SCALE
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A desktop/cabinet postal scale.Metal structure, three-quarter moon shape,stands on oblong with rounded corners base.Beautifully decorated with die-stamped flowers and scrolls.Dial made of ivorine/celluloid."0" adjustment screw-knob located under a round plate,please see 3rd. photoOn a 10th. photo you may see contemporaryelectronic scale with 5 (five) quarters and weight 1.01 oz.On 11th. photo you may see mechanical scale with five quartersand almost the same weight, please see photos.Dial marked: "Countess" "Postal Scale"Marked underside: "Pat. Aug. 3. 97" "Mch. 29. 98""Pelouze" "P" "Chicago" "Pat's Pend'g.""Quadruple" "Silver Plate"Made late 1890's. or early 1900's.Photos will tell you more.Approx.: Height (max): 2-7/8in. (73mm.)Width: 3-1/4in. (83mm.)Base (crosswise): 3-1/4in. x 2in. (83mm. x 50mm.)Top Plate Diameter: 1-7/8in. (48mm.)Weight: 4.41 oz. (124.9 gr.)Minor blemishes and rust, please see and inspect all photos.Commensurate with age, the condition is very good.Rare for its image and overall condition.
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