Spring balance
John Salter (fl.c.1802-1827)
Category
Agricultural and horticultural equipment
Date
Unknown
Materials
Steel
Measurements
680 mm (H); 240 mm (W)
Place of origin
England
Collection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 26858.1
Summary
Large weighing scale with large circular plated dial, marked around the edge in divisions of 10lbs. up to 200 lbs. One large metal hand. Etched on the dial; No 20.T. / SALTERS / TRADE / SPRING BALANCE / MADE IN ENGLAND / TO WEIGH / 200lbs BY 1 lb. Below this is the maker's trademark in the form of a piece of knotted rope above which is written; SALTER. At the top of the dial is a loop with a metal S-shaped hook, and below a metal swinging hook. A small piece of twisted wire is attached.
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
John Salter (fl.c.1802-1827), manufacturer