Scale & Weights
Medium: Metal
Dimensions:Base L: 17" or 43cm, H: 11" or 28cm, Basin L: 20 1/2" or 52cm, W: 11" or 28cm
Classification: Tools and Equipment for Science and Technology
Object number: 1973.5.1a-i
Label text:Scales were made by Gurney of Hamilton, Ontario. Belonged to donor since 1927 prior to this date the property of Mrs. James Ryrie. For correct balance, you need lock on weight arm, possibly not original hopper, hence improper balance.
DescriptionCast iron base, painted red, gold trim with yellow metal gradated bar.
a: tin basin, seam in middle
b: measuring weight, cast iron, painted red, bell shaped, iron weight arm hangs by hook, painted red.
c: 4 weights cast iron, marked
d: 2 lbs., 1/2
e: 4, 1 lb.
f: 4, 1 lb.
g: 10, 2 1/2 lb.
h: yellow metal padlock.