Set of antique brass weights with vintage precision balance wooden stand

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Description

An antique set of precision balance weights, presented on a solid wooden stand with an inclined face. This lot includes several cylindrical weights, visible in the photo, each with a gripping knob on top and a brass plate with engraved inscription. Legible markings include "500 GRAMMES", "200 GRAMMES", "100 GRAMMES", "50 GRAMMES", and "20 GRAMMES". The empty slots suggest the initial presence of additional weights, likely missing today.

The wooden stand features a warm finish, with a visible patina and signs of use consistent with the object's age. The wood surface shows some marks and wear, indicating regular use, while the brass of the weights shows natural tarnishing, typical of old alloys. Each weight is inserted into a perfectly fitted circular cavity, which once allowed for rigorous organization and protection against loss.

The set is typical of laboratory or commercial accessories from the 19th to early 20th century, used for precision measurements on platform balances. The overall aesthetic, combining brass and wood, gives this object a classic and timeless style, sought after for retro decoration or educational purposes.

The visible face of the set shows six occupied slots and four empty slots. The engraved inscriptions on the weights are still partially legible, although some letters are faded by time. No other markings, logos, or manufacturer indications are visible on this face.

The quality of manufacturing is reflected in the precise turning of the weights and the robustness of the wooden stand. Dimensions are not indicated, but the set has a compact and practical format, easy to display on a desk, shelf, or in an antique dealer's showcase.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Presence of signs of use, patina on the brass, wear and marks on the wood, as well as several missing weight slots. The present weights appear to be original and in good structural condition.

Did you know? Brass weight sets were commonly used in laboratories, pharmacies, and shops until the early 20th century, before the advent of electronic scales. The values engraved in grams follow the metric system introduced in France after the French Revolution, thus standardizing measurements for commerce and science.

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