Scales

Object detail

Accession number

1979.146

Maker

Accurate Scale Company

Description

Set of butcher's scales. Cast iron base and metal frame painted cream. There is a large drum at the top which holds the measuring gauge. Beneath the gauge is a hook and balance system connected to the weigh plate. There is a thick glass oval plate as a tray.

Marks

SCALE EXPERTS / ACCURATE / SCALE CO. / AUCKLAND Maker's Mark
238407, Style 64 Maker's Number
British Patent

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Metal
Processed Material/Glass

Credit Line

Accurate Scale Company. Scales, 1979.146. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Scale Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology Weights & Measures T&E

Collection type

Weights and Measures Domestic Technology Technology

Subject auto tags

Product Shelf Gas Shelving Home appliance Hardwood Rectangle Machine Grille Wood

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