Scale & Equipment
Medium: Metal: brass
Dimensions:
L: 9 1/2cm, H: 1 1/2cm
Classification: Tools and Equipment for Science and Technology
Object number: 1956.35.3a-c
Label text:Crown on side reveals that this scale was probably made in England. Used by Dr. John Forbes, Surgeon, R. N, grandfather of donor. Used to determine if sovereigns and half sovereigns had been clipped or were counterfeit.
DescriptionMeasures and measuring equipment, metal, probably brass-small scale with weight on one side of balance and slot for two coins on the opposite side.
Not on display
In Collection(s)