Pre - 1855 Antique J. Allender Gold Coin Scale & Counterfeit Detector
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Please see the description for additional photos & details. Pre-1855 Antique J. Allender Gold Coin Scale & Counterfeit Detector Pre-1855 Antique J. Allender Gold Coin Scale & Counterfeit Detector ... Click images to enlarge Description This antique California gold rush era gold coin counterfeit detection scale was recently acquired at an estate auction of a longtime collector in Western Illinois. It is appealing, desirable, & highly collectible.
This original gold rush era historical scale was manufactured by John Allender. This was used to quickly check $1, $2 1/2, $3, $5, $10, & $20 gold coins for authenticity. The openings are marked for each coin denomination. Coins can be checked by size & weight. Suspicions were raised if coins did not measure up. Coins shaved around the edge did not fit properly in their specific spot. Slots checked the width of the coin. The scale is brass and is marked ~ John Allender, Patent Pending. Research of the U.S. Patent office database revealed that this scale was issued a patent in 1855 making this scale pre-1855.
We present this piece exactly as it was when acquired. No attempts to clean this have been made. It shows wear as seen in the photos. It measures 8 1/2" long. A unique item for scale collectors & collectors of gold coins from the great California Gold Rush era. This will make a fine addition to any home or collection.
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This original gold rush era historical scale was manufactured by John Allender. This was used to quickly check $1, $2 1/2, $3, $5, $10, & $20 gold coins for authenticity. The openings are marked for each coin denomination. Coins can be checked by size & weight. Suspicions were raised if coins did not measure up. Coins shaved around the edge did not fit properly in their specific spot. Slots checked the width of the coin. The scale is brass and is marked ~ John Allender, Patent Pending. Research of the U.S. Patent office database revealed that this scale was issued a patent in 1855 making this scale pre-1855.
We present this piece exactly as it was when acquired. No attempts to clean this have been made. It shows wear as seen in the photos. It measures 8 1/2" long. A unique item for scale collectors & collectors of gold coins from the great California Gold Rush era. This will make a fine addition to any home or collection.
The photos are an important part of the description. Please view all of them carefully before making a decision to place a bid. We will gladly provide additional photos if more are needed. If you have specific questions, please do not hesitate to message us.
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