{"product_id":"balanza-antigua-de-dos-platillos-con-pesas-cositas-antiguas","title":"Antique two-pan balance scale with weights | Vintage Finds","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique two-pan scale with set of weights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eantique two-pan scale\u003c\/strong\u003e preserves the characteristic design of the mechanical scales traditionally used in shops, pantries, and kitchens during the first decades of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt features a cast iron structure combined with elements in \u003cstrong\u003egilded metal\u003c\/strong\u003e pans and the set of cylindrical weights that accompanies the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBased on its typology, it can be dated approximately to the first decades of the 20th century, possibly around \u003cstrong\u003e1910-1920\u003c\/strong\u003e. This dating should be considered indicative, provided there is no brand, documentation, or manufacturer reference to confirm it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat was this scale used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts purpose was to weigh food, merchandise, and other products using a simple weight comparison system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe product to be weighed was placed on one of the pans. On the opposite side, weights of known values were added until the central arm was balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis system allowed weight to be determined without electrical or digital mechanisms and was common for decades in grocery stores, markets, kitchens, and small shops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-pan mechanical system\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe scale features two circular pans facing each other, attached to the ends of an oscillating arm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the center is the equilibrium indicator, responsible for showing when both sides reach a balanced position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rectangular base provides stability to the whole and features molded decoration consistent with the functional and ornamental character of these types of antique instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of the gold finish with the dark parts of the mechanism creates the contrast common in many vintage commercial scales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSet of five weights included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe scale retains a set of \u003cstrong\u003efive cylindrical weights\u003c\/strong\u003e, originally intended to make different combinations during weighing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe set consists of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e1 weight of \u003cstrong\u003e50 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e1 weight of \u003cstrong\u003e100 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e2 weights of \u003cstrong\u003e200 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e1 weight of \u003cstrong\u003e500 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe set totals \u003cstrong\u003e1,050 grams in nominal weights\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe pieces show different tones and surface marks related to their age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA piece linked to traditional commerce\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBefore the arrival of electronic scales, this type of scale was part of the everyday furniture of numerous establishments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlour, legumes, sugar, spices, and other products sold by weight could be calculated using this system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt currently retains interest as an object related to the history of trade and domestic life, but it also works very well as a decorative piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration for kitchens, shops, and collections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to its design, it can be incorporated into different spaces:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional-style kitchens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eShops and businesses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRestaurants and rural houses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWine cellars and pantries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eVintage and industrial decor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollections of measuring instruments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eShop windows related to old trades and businesses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe pans and weights also allow for different compositions for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct: \u003c\/strong\u003eantique scale.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e two-pan mechanical scale.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e cast iron.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e combination with dark structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pans:\u003c\/strong\u003e two.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePans: \u003c\/strong\u003egilded metal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem:\u003c\/strong\u003e mechanical balance through weight comparison.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of weights included:\u003c\/strong\u003e five.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeights: \u003c\/strong\u003e50g, 100g, 200g, 200g, and 500g.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCombined nominal weight of the weights: \u003c\/strong\u003e1,050g.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated era:\u003c\/strong\u003e first decades of the 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndicative dating: \u003c\/strong\u003ecirca 1910-1920.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal function: \u003c\/strong\u003eweighing food and merchandise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended current use:\u003c\/strong\u003e collection, exhibition, and decoration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended rooms: \u003c\/strong\u003ekitchen, shop, restaurant, wine cellar, or vintage-style space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisible condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e retains signs and marks related to use and age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunctionality: \u003c\/strong\u003eshould not be considered an instrument calibrated for current precision weighing unless checked beforehand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003e33.5 x 13.5 x H17 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA scale from the old grocery stores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of instrument reminds us of a way of shopping very different from today's: bulk goods, weights placed one by one, and an arm that had to be perfectly balanced before calculating the quantity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe preservation of its two pans and a set of five weights makes it easier to understand how it works and visually completes the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat type of scale is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an antique two-pan mechanical scale that works by comparing the product with a series of weights of known values.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it include the weights?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It includes five cylindrical weights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat weights does it include?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe set consists of a 50g weight, a 100g weight, two 200g weights, and a 500g weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much do all the weights add up to?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe nominal values of the five weights add up to 1,050 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat were these scales used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThey were used to weigh food and merchandise in kitchens, markets, grocery stores, and other establishments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat era is it from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBased on its typology, it could correspond to the first decades of the 20th century, approximately between 1910 and 1920.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it still be used for weighing today?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe mechanism may still move, but an antique scale serves a decorative function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eFree shipping to the Spanish peninsula and Portugal, excluding islands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cositas Antiguas S.L.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53803041685851,"sku":"A-231","price":121.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0235\/1133\/4989\/files\/WhatsAppImage2026-08-24at09.33.05_3.jpg?v=1791969439","url":"https:\/\/www.cositasantiguas.es\/en\/products\/balanza-antigua-de-dos-platillos-con-pesas-cositas-antiguas","provider":"Cositas Antiguas – La Guadaña, Anticuarios Online en Jerez , vender antigüedades, muebles antiguos","version":"1.0","type":"link"}