Lot 339: A G. Stevens and Son Brass Beam Balance Scale and a Set of Weights

An antique brass beam balance scale manufactured by G. Stevens and Son of London. The base of the stand is stamped with an oval maker’s mark reading G. STEVENS & SON 337 GOSWELL RD. E.C.1. The horizontal equal-arm beam is engraved with the weighing capacity, reading TO WEIGH 50 OZ across the two arms. The instrument is constructed from brass and features a central pillar mounted on a curved tripod base. This pillar supports the beam from which two circular brass pans are suspended by brass chains. The stand incorporates a hand-operated lever mechanism designed to raise the beam into its weighing position. The lot includes a set of six cylindrical brass weights of graduated sizes, each featuring a rounded knob handle. The largest weight is marked 10 OZ and the second largest is marked 5 OZ.