Name/Title
American Cutlery Kitchen Scale PlatformEntry/Object ID
NU 2022.127.2Description
A large, metal scooped bowl, similar in appearance to a taco shell. There is a circular metal base attached to the bottom of the bowl.Collection
History CollectionCataloged By
registrar@numulosgatos.orgMade/Created
Manufacturer
American Cutlery CompanyDate made
circa 1912Time Period
20th CenturyLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
Scale, KitchenNomenclature Sub-Class
Food Preparation EquipmentNomenclature Class
Food Processing & Preparation T&ENomenclature Category
Category 04: Tools & Equipment for MaterialsOther Names and Numbers
Other Numbers
Number Type
Old Object NumberOther Number
919BDimensions
Height
3-3/8 inWidth
6-3/4 inLength
12-3/4 inRelationships
Related Places
Place
Location
New Almaden MinesCity
San JoseRegion
Central CaliforniaContinent
North AmericaGeneral Notes
Note Type
Cataloging NoteNote
Platform was previously housed with a bottle of mercury, and was used in the Almaden Mines - although unlikely, may have mercury residue. Nitrile gloves and a mask recommended for handling.
