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June 20, 2016

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LOT 231

Lot 231

Edwardian Silver Postal Scale, for W. & T. Avery of Birmingham, John Round & Son, Sheffield, 1901

Edwardian Silver Postal Scale, for W. & T. Avery of Birmingham, John Round & Son, Sheffield, 1901
Lot 231 Details
Edwardian Silver Postal Scale, for W. & T. Avery of Birmingham, John Round & Son, Sheffield, 1901

the twin beam equal arm balance on scroll supports, all engraved with scrolling leaves, above a shaped rectangular platform and four scroll feet, a lidded compartment housing seven graduated weights
width 10.4" — 26.5 cm.
64.6 oz. — 2010 grams
beam stamped AVERY

Estimate $1,500-$2,500

Realised: $5,280
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Edwardian Silver Postal Scale, for W. & T. Avery of Birmingham, John Round & Son, Sheffield, 1901
  • Edwardian Silver Postal Scale, for W. & T. Avery of Birmingham, John Round & Son, Sheffield, 1901
Provenance:

Sold in these rooms November 27th, 1984, lot 480

CONDITION DETAILS

In good condition; all well marked

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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