{"product_id":"vintage-jewellers-brass-balance-scales-weights-fitted-velvet-case","title":"Vintage Jewellers Brass Balance Scales Weights Fitted Velvet Case","description":"\u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;Vintage Jewellers Brass Balance Scales Weights Fitted Velvet Case\u0026lt;\/h2\u0026gt;\n\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Vintage jeweller's or goldsmith's brass balance scale set, supplied in its original fitted velvet-covered case.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\n\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The set includes a folding balance beam, upright support, circular base, two suspended brass weighing pans with chains, a selection of small gram weights and a small round lidded container. The components dismantle and pack neatly into the fitted interior for storage and transport.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\n\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Balance scales of this type were intended for weighing small quantities of precious metal, gemstones or other fine materials. This example would suit a collection of vintage jeweller's tools, goldsmith equipment or scientific instruments.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\n\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Condition:\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\nGood vintage condition overall, with surface scratches, tarnishing, rubbing, discolouration and general age-related wear to the brass components.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\n\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The velvet-lined case shows wear, fading, staining, loose fibres and marks from age and storage. The outer covering and metal catches also show wear.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\n\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The balance has been assembled for photography, but its calibration and weighing accuracy have not been tested. It is therefore sold as an untested vintage collectable rather than as certified precision equipment.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\n\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The loose weights included are those shown in the photographs. Their original completeness has not been confirmed, and no additional weights or accessories are included.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\n\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Circa:\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\nMid 20th century.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\n\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Dimensions \u0026amp;amp; Item Details:\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n  \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Folding brass balance beam\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\n  \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Upright support and circular base\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\n  \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Two suspended brass weighing pans\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\n  \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Fine suspension chains\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\n  \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Selection of loose gram weights\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\n  \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Small round lidded container\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\n  \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Original fitted velvet-covered storage case\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\n  \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Maker and country of manufacture not identified\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\n\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Testing:\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\nAssembled successfully for photography. Calibration, sensitivity and weighing accuracy have not been tested.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\n\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Collector Notes:\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n  \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Decorative example of a portable precision balance set\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\n  \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Suitable for display with jeweller's, goldsmith's or scientific tools\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\n  \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Please inspect all photographs carefully for the exact contents and condition\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\n\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Packed carefully and dispatched securely from the UK.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;","brand":"The Voyage Bird","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51508327841932,"sku":"EBAY-327268837169","price":22.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0376\/0793\/2044\/files\/1_1c779e2d-4d01-4661-9dd0-942ea8b37e10.jpg?v=1784545362","url":"https:\/\/www.thevoyagebird.co.uk\/products\/vintage-jewellers-brass-balance-scales-weights-fitted-velvet-case","provider":"TheVoyageBird","version":"1.0","type":"link"}