Description
Antique Cast Iron Balance Scale – 5kg Vintage Mercantile / Apothecary Scale with “JE” Mark
Description:
A charming antique cast iron balance scale, typical of those used in old general stores, markets, and apothecaries during the early 20th century. This classic beam-style scale features a beautifully decorative cast iron frame with an openwork design and the distinctive “JE” maker’s mark on the central decorative plate.
Originally finished in a light blue or pale white/green paint, the scale now has a lovely aged shabby-chic patina that reflects decades of use and adds to its vintage character. Scales of this type were commonly used by merchants and pharmacists to accurately weigh goods using brass pans and calibrated metal weights.
With a weighing capacity of up to 5 kilograms, this piece is both a practical antique instrument and an attractive display item. Similar models are often associated with European manufacturers such as Johann Florenz of Vienna and date from approximately the 1920s–1950s.
Today, pieces like this are highly sought after for country kitchen décor, farmhouse styling, shop displays, or antique tool collections.
Features:
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Antique cast iron beam balance scale
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5 kg weighing capacity
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Decorative openwork cast iron frame
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Distinct “JE” maker’s mark on centre plate
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Original aged blue/white-green painted patina
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Classic mercantile or apothecary shop scale design
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Likely European manufacture, circa 1920s–1950s
Condition:
Good vintage condition with age-related wear, paint loss, and patina consistent with age and use. A wonderful authentic display piece. Please review photos carefully for condition details.
Perfect for:
Collectors of antique scales, vintage shop fittings, farmhouse or kitchen décor, and lovers of early mercantile or apothecary antiques.
