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Late 19th C Steelyard Hanging Balance Beam Scale

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:100.00 - 300.00 USD
Late 19th C Steelyard Hanging Balance Beam Scale
For your consideration is this late 19th c. Steelyard hanging Balance beam Scale. A steelyard balance or Stilyard is a balance with arms of unequal length connected by a straight-beam, and has a counterweight that slides along the longer arm to counterbalance the load and indicate its weight. The steelyard comprises a balance beam which is suspended from a Lever/pivot or fulcrum which is very close to one end of the beam. These balances are in good condition all the measurements are clearly seen and the counterweight slides effortlessly along the shaft. The measurements of this scale are 19" x 10" x 1 3/4". This is a good scale with a wooden shaft showing its age and master construction.