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ANTIQUE 1700 - 1800 ' S Cast Iron & Brass Fur Trapper Hanging " C " Spring Scale




Item History & Price

Information:
Reference Number: Avaluer:45713040
Original Description:
This is an antique cast iron and brass a hanging c-spring scale, with two hooks and two rings. It was likely made in Germany or France and used in America by hunters to weigh animal hides and furs in the field. They were popular from the 1840's to the 1870's because they were small, potable and relatively accurate.
 One side of the brass crescent measures from 0 kg though to 150 kg. The other side has been graduated between 0 to 16 pounds.
The larger hook was used to weigh h...eavier items and the smaller hook weighed lighter items.
Approximate dimensions:10" Long x 7 " Wide
The hanging scale is in good condition and is in working order. 
There is a beautiful rich patina to the brass.
This is truly an antique piece of Americana. It is at least 140 years old.
From an odor free from a smoke-free home. 
Please view all images. I have taken care to photograph every angle  of this item and the images  are part of the description.
I am happy to ship internationally for an added costs/fees. Please contact me to discuss the difference in shipping before you purchase.
Thanks for looking!



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