Antique “Depose” Egg Scale – French Kitchenalia Collectible

Description

Antique “Depose” Egg Scale – French Kitchenalia Collectible

A charming and practical piece of early kitchen history, this antique “Depose” Egg Scale is a wonderful example of traditional European household equipment.

Item: Egg grading scale
Marking: “Depose” (French patent mark – marque déposée)
Material: Metal frame with weighted balance mechanism
Era: Early 20th century (approx.)

Originally used to weigh and grade eggs for sale or household use, this compact mechanical scale operates using a simple counterbalance system. The “Depose” marking indicates a registered or patented design, commonly seen on French-made goods of the period.

Features:

• Traditional balance-style egg scale

• Clear stamped “Depose” marking

• Solid metal construction

• Compact countertop size

• Attractive aged patina

Condition:

• Good antique condition

• Honest age-related wear

• Surface patina consistent with age

• Mechanism moves freely (accuracy untested)

Ideal for:

• Farmhouse or country kitchen décor

• Kitchenalia collectors

• Rustic retail or café display

• Photography or prop styling

A delightful and increasingly hard-to-find piece of agricultural and culinary history.

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