Name: Antique Cast Iron & Brass Weighting Scales by Wm. Hodgson Salford, in Original Paint
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1101330
Price: 65 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Hand of Glory

Sold 17 February 2026 · Hand of Glory

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Description

A Victorian cast iron & brass patent 2lb weighing scales by Wm. Hodgson & Sons of Salford, in original green and red paint with gilt lettering to both sides.

Physical Dimensions

Height

17cm (6.69")

Width

32cm (12.60")

Depth

10cm (3.94")

Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated these Antique Brass Weighing Scales to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1101330

Dealers Internal Reference

SKU00000724

Description

A Victorian cast iron & brass patent 2lb weighing scales by Wm. Hodgson & Sons of Salford, in original green and red paint with gilt lettering to both sides.

Physical Dimensions

Height

17cm (6.69")

Width

32cm (12.60")

Depth

10cm (3.94")

Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated these Antique Brass Weighing Scales to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1101330

Dealers Internal Ref

SKU00000724

About the Dealer

Hand of Glory

Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2012

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Location

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ObjectScales
Period19th century
StyleIndustrial Loft
MaterialCast Iron, Brass
ColourDark Green
MotifsDual brass pans, Cast iron base, Maker lettering, Central balance beam
SizeH 17 cm (7 in) x W 32 cm (13 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Balance scales have been utilised for millennia for trade and commerce, evolving from simple hanging pans to precision-engineered cast iron and brass bench models used in Victorian and Edwardian shops.

Authentic period scales were typically constructed using a heavy cast iron base for stability, combined with polished brass pans and copper alloy components for the balance mechanisms.

Authenticity is determined by examining the casting quality, original paint patination, maker markings, and hand-tooled brass components rather than modern stamped metals.

These pieces function as striking display objects on open kitchen shelving, console tables, or sideboards, adding industrial character and historical texture to a room.

Preservation involves dusting with a dry microfiber cloth and avoiding harsh chemical polishes that strip the natural patination and aged character from the cast iron and brass.