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Lot #414: Antique Cast Iron General Store Balance Scale with Brass Scoop & Graduated Beam

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Wonderful antique cast iron countertop balance scale, likely dating to the late 19th or early 20th century and reminiscent of the scales once used in general stores, markets, candy shops and mercantile businesses. This handsome example features a heavy architectural cast iron base with decorative stepped columns, a graduated balance beam with sliding/hanging counterweight, circular weighing platform, and a large removable brass scoop pan. The base is prominently cast with the number “4.” The large hand-formed brass scoop is particularly eye-catching, displaying beautiful warm golden coloration, oxidation and generations of natural patina. The cast iron mechanism retains an equally attractive aged surface with greenish-black patination, finish wear and oxidation—exactly the character that makes early commercial equipment so appealing for display. Scale appears substantially complete as photographed and the mechanism moves, but it has not been tested for weighing accuracy or calibration. Shows expected antique wear including tarnish, oxidation, surface rust, scratches, discoloration and finish loss. Please review photos for condition and components included. An impressive piece of American mercantile history and a terrific decorative accent for a farmhouse kitchen, restaurant, bakery, general-store collection or industrial décor. Pickup category timeslot {B}

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Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Sat, September 12 2026 Category A: 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Category B: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Pickup Location:  Arabian Circle, Granite Bay, CA, 95746 View Map (opens in new window)


Bidding Starts:

Saturday, September 5, 2026 at 12:00:00 AM UTC

Bidding Ends:

Friday, September 11, 2026 between 3:15 AM and 3:45 AM

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