Antique Countertop Grocer's Scale by The Computing Scale Co. of Dayton, Ohio

Item Details

An antique countertop grocer’s scale by The Computing Scale Co. of Dayton, Ohio, circa late 19th to early 20th century. The cast iron frame retains its original, green-painted surface with yellow pinstripes and nickel-plated accents. It features a four-prong, pan support counter balanced by a circular, weight platform above a horizontal barrel with an internal, rotating cylinder. Directly below is a shaped, rotating base retaining four weights, including a ten-pound, a four-pound, a two-pound, and a pair of five-pound examples. The bridge arm retains a plaque marked ‘The / Computing Scale Co. / Dayton, Ohio. / U.S.A. / Patented / Feb. 13 ’94’ and ‘32468’ while the base is stamped ‘Patents Pending / 368’.

• Please note, this is an item that may be especially difficult to move and/or transport. Unless shipping arrangements are available and made by the winning bidder, that individual is advised to bring appropriate assistance, vehicle, proper materials, and any necessary tools to pickup.

Condition

- scattered wear and imperfections, including losses to paint and nickel plating as well as oxidation/rust; missing pan; not tested; other possible missing components.

Dimensions

Item #

17DCC308-637