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Antique Devon County Excise Scales
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Antique Devon County Excise Scales

1900 - 1920
Description

A good quality set of large antique balance beam scales dating from the early 20th century. They are official excise scales made for the County of Devon and they have a maker's name engraved on the beam for De Grave & Co Ltd.

The scales are made of brass with two brass pans suspended by chain. The scales mount into the top of the box for easy use wherever they would have been set up and the components pack away into the case below. The pans and the cross beam have various crown duty stamps from 1903 to 1927 and each component is numbered 3065 which matches the case.

The scales are in very good condition and display well. The brass has tarnished a little over time and there are some minor signs of age and use but nothing detrimental. The wooden box is excellent quality with metal strapped edges and a lovely patina. The leather handle has worn in places and has a few small holes but overall it displays well.

Approximate Measurements :

Height : 16" / 41cm

Beam Length : 10” / 26cm

Pan Diameter : 4 1/4" / 11cm

Box : 15" / 38cm x 7" / 18cm

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £10

Physical Dimensions
Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Declaration

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated these Antique Brass Excise Scales to the 1920s.

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SA1197620
Description
A good quality set of large antique balance beam scales dating from the early 20th century.
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They are official excise scales made for the County of Devon and they have a maker's name engraved on the beam for De Grave & Co Ltd.
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
fig 1. An antique brass balance scale stamped with County of Devon markings, resting on a black fitted transport case with two suspended brass pans.
fig 1. Antique Devon County Excise Scales

The scales are made of brass with two brass pans suspended by chain. The scales mount into the top of the box for easy use wherever they would have been set up and the components pack away into the case below. The pans and the cross beam have various crown duty stamps from 1903 to 1927 and each component is numbered 3065 which matches the case.

fig 2. An antique brass balance scale stamped with County of Devon markings, resting on a black fitted transport case with two suspended brass pans.
fig 2. Antique Devon County Excise Scales

The scales are in very good condition and display well. The brass has tarnished a little over time and there are some minor signs of age and use but nothing detrimental. The wooden box is excellent quality with metal strapped edges and a lovely patina. The leather handle has worn in places and has a few small holes but overall it displays well.

fig 3. An antique brass balance scale stamped with County of Devon markings, resting on a black fitted transport case with two suspended brass pans.
fig 3. Antique Devon County Excise Scales

Approximate Measurements :

Height : 16" / 41cm

Beam Length : 10” / 26cm

Pan Diameter : 4 1/4" / 11cm

Box : 15" / 38cm x 7" / 18cm

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £10

Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated these Antique Brass Excise Scales to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1197620
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Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

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Archive I An antique brass balance scale stamped with County of Devon markings, resting on a black fitted transport case with two suspended brass pans. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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An antique brass balance scale stamped with County of Devon markings, resting on a black fitted transport case with two suspended brass pans.
Antique Devon County Excise Scales
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBalance Scales
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian Scientific
  • MaterialBrass, Wood, Leather
  • ColourBrass and Black
  • MotifsBrass beam, Suspended pans, Fitted transport case, Stamped lettering
  • SizeH 41 cm (16 in) x W 26 cm (10 in)

FAQs

Excise scales were official measuring instruments utilised by government inspectors to verify weights and measures across trade sectors, ensuring legal compliance and accurate taxation.

Precision balance scales were typically constructed from cast or lacquered brass to prevent oxidation, featuring steel pivot points, chain suspensions, and fitted mahogany or painted pine storage cases.

Authentic examples usually feature stamped official markings indicating county or district authority, maker marks, verification stamps, and capacity ratings engraved directly onto the brass beam.

These balance scales can be positioned on an office desk, library bookshelf, or sideboard, functioning as a focal scientific object alongside books and framed prints.

Brass components should be dusted with a soft, dry cloth, avoiding abrasive chemical polishes that can strip natural surface patina or erase original historical stampings.
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