Balance Scales & Weights > Unequal Arm Scales

19th Century Self-indicating Pendulum-Lever Scale Made in France,

Item#: SBU550

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This is a sensitive continental scales made of brass and consist of one pan for the load suspended from the short arm of a lever and a heavy pendulum (counterpoise) on the long arm. Once the load is in position, the counterpoise swings upwards to balance the load and an indicator points to the scale, giving the weight in units of Grams. The scale is attached to a heavy brass stand.