Weighing machine
Avery Ltd [weighing scale and balance maker]
Category
Medical & health
Date
1900 - 1930
Materials
Iron
Measurements
1640 x 285 x 600 mm
Place of origin
Birmingham
Collection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 22349.1
Summary
Early 20th century green painted iron weighing machine or scales, calibrated in lbs, with attached ruler for measuring height. Marked with a logo in a shield design topped with a crown reading: 'ESTD 1730/ TRADE MARK/ W. & T. AVERY/ LIMITED./ BIRMINGHAM/ ENGLAND'
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.
Makers and roles
Avery Ltd [weighing scale and balance maker], manufacturer