Roman scale
Roman wrought-iron balance consisting of a beam suspended by a shackle which divides it into two unequal arms. The shorter arm carries a hook supporting the object to be weighed. A constant weight ensures balance.
- Accession Number 2021.59.211
- Period 18th century
- Materials metal, iron
- Measurements 51 cm
- Accession Number 2021.59.211
- Period 18th century
- Materials metal, iron
- Measurements 51 cm
© © Collection Pointe-à-Callière, don de Jacques Lacaille, 2021.059.211
Photo by Michel Pinault
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