Antique C W Brecknell Birmingham Cast Iron Shop Scales Brass Weights
$189.34
Antique C W Brecknell Birmingham Cast Iron Shop Scales Brass Weights
Antique C.W. Brecknell Ltd Birmingham Shop Balance Scales – Lady Justice Ceramic Plate – Original Brass Weights
A wonderful set of antique English shop balance scales manufactured by C.W. Brecknell Ltd of Birmingham, featuring an attractive gold-painted cast iron body, decorative ceramic weighing plate and a selection of brass weights.
Believed to date from the early 20th century, these charming scales are a lovely example of traditional British shopkeeping equipment.
Good antique condition commensurate with age and use.
The gold-painted finish displays considerable wear, rubbing, oxidation and areas of paint loss, giving the scales an attractive aged patina.
The metal fittings show surface corrosion and discolouration. The ceramic plate has some age-related marks and wear.
The brass weights are included as photographed. Their completeness and accuracy have not been verified.
The scales have not been tested for weighing accuracy and are offered primarily as a decorative antique or collectable.
A charming piece of British retail history, ideal for collectors of antique weighing equipment, vintage shop fittings, kitchenalia or traditional country-house interiors.
An attractive display piece for a farmhouse kitchen, vintage shop, café or antique collection.
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