OBJECT TITLE / NAME

Scales

MEDIAObject

CREATORSalter/Household Scale/No 46/British made

COLLECTIONHastings-Western Port Historical Society

REG NO.271

DESCRIPTION

Household scale. On the circular face is written ”Household Scale/No 46/to weigh 28 Lb. British made”
D-28 Lb is indicated by an arm. The scale is spring loaded and has a circular ring on top to hold weighing tray
(tray is missing) At the bottom of scale underneath the circular face is a badge with a knotted rope “S” in the middle with an arrow through the centre. Behind the face of the scale there is an adjustable knob to show correct weight.

SUBJECTS

Household objects, Scales (apparatus)

KEYWORDS

Salter