{"product_id":"georgian-wighing-scale-for-gold-mahogany-brass","title":"Georgian Weighing Scale, for Gold, Mahogany, Brass","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal; margin: 5.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Georgia',serif; color: #002060;\"\u003eGeorgian Folding Gold Weighing Scale in Mahogany Case – England, c.1800–1849\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Georgia',serif;\"\u003eThis fine and rare \u003cstrong data-start=\"311\" data-end=\"343\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Georgia',serif;\"\u003eGeorgian gold weighing scale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Georgia',serif;\"\u003e,\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e dating from \u003cstrong data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"376\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Georgia',serif;\"\u003ecirca 1800–1849\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an elegant example of early 19th-century English precision craftsmanship. Designed for the accurate weighing of gold and other precious metals, it reflects the importance of accuracy and reliability in Georgian trade and commerce.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"1037\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Georgia',serif;\"\u003eThe scale is housed in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"655\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Georgia',serif;\"\u003emahogany case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Georgia',serif;\"\u003e,\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e neatly constructed to fold and protect the mechanism when not in use. Inside, it features a \u003cstrong data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"787\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Georgia',serif;\"\u003efolding brass adjustable weigh bar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, carefully engineered to provide precise measurements. The brass components retain a pleasing aged patina, while the original printed instruction label remains visible inside the case, adding to the historical interest and authenticity of the piece.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Georgia',serif;\"\u003eCompact, practical, and beautifully made, this antique weighing instrument is both a fascinating scientific object and a decorative collectable. It would appeal greatly to collectors of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Georgia',serif;\"\u003eGeorgian antiques, scientific instruments, gold-related artefacts, and early metalware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Georgia',serif;\"\u003e,\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e as well as those with an interest in historic measurement tools.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Georgia',serif;\"\u003eGeorgian, early 19th century (circa 1800–1849)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Georgia',serif;\"\u003eGood antique condition, with age-related wear consistent with use and period, enhancing its character and authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Georgia',serif;\"\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1634\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Georgia',serif;\"\u003e14 x 3 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (5.5 x 1.3 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal; margin: 5.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 8.0pt; font-family: 'Georgia',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #3b3838; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eOverseas buyers, please get in touch with us for posting rates. Most objects sold in our gallery are antiques, vintage or used; therefore, they will show signs of being antique, vintage or used. There may be signs of scratches, discolouration, chips, cracks, wear and tear, unknown manufacturers and\/or patterns. Please see the photographs as they form part of the description.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eOverseas buyers may have to pay any import duties, taxes, or fees that may apply. All items are meticulously wrapped and prepared for both international and UK shipping. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leans Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56219142455644,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0978\/8945\/2380\/files\/untitled-0191.jpg?v=1769248239","url":"https:\/\/leansgallery.com\/products\/georgian-wighing-scale-for-gold-mahogany-brass","provider":"Leans Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}