{"product_id":"antique-laboratory-apothecary-analytical-balance-scale-enclosed-in-a-wood-and-glass-case","title":"USED Antique Laboratory Apothecary Analytical Balance Scale Enclosed in a Wood-and Glass Case","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful antique \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprecision beam balance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e housed in its original-style wooden and glass enclosure. These sensitive balances were used in pharmacies, laboratories, universities, jewelers, and scientific settings for accurately weighing very small quantities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe scale features a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebrass center column\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, long precision balance beam, two suspended metal weighing pans, adjustment hardware, and a graduated indicator scale at the base. The surrounding glass case protected the delicate mechanism from air currents that could affect measurements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe substantial wooden cabinet has glass panels on multiple sides and a lower storage drawer, giving the piece excellent display presence. The wood shows considerable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epatina, scratches, staining, finish wear and other age-related imperfections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, all consistent with an antique scientific instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe balance mechanism appears substantially present from the photographs, although I would list it as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003euntested and sold as-is\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e unless you’ve confirmed that it operates and balances correctly. Any original weights or accessories should be mentioned separately if you find them in the drawer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e antique scientific-instrument collectors, pharmacy\/apothecary décor, medical collections, museums, universities, vintage laboratory displays, or restoration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NewPlusUsed.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47340976406697,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0597\/7708\/9705\/files\/IMG_1946.jpg?v=1786472473","url":"https:\/\/newplusused.com\/products\/antique-laboratory-apothecary-analytical-balance-scale-enclosed-in-a-wood-and-glass-case","provider":"NewPlusUsed.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}