Cast Iron Scale

Object/Artifact

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The Great Bend Museum

Name/Title

Cast Iron Scale

Entry/Object ID

2020.01.102

Description

scale used to weigh flour, sugar, candy, etc. base is on 4 feet with 4 places on the side for weights - there are 3 weights. The base has a column on each end where the scale can titter while weighing. There are 2 pillars in the center for the scale to sit on. One side flat round to put weights on. The other side has 4 prongs pointing up to place the oval shape bowl in to weigh goods. Center of base has 4 square openings on each side of pillars, 3 tiers on the base.

Acquisition

Accession

2020.01

Source or Donor

Miscellaneous FIC

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