Lot 30

Toledo No Springs Honest Weight Scale c. 1930

Estimate: $750 - $1,500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$50 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$25,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000
Featured in this lot is a Toledo No Springs Honest Weight Industrial scale originating from 1910's to early 1930's. The piece displays a sturdy steel frame, scale bed, sliding counterweight system, and mobile cart. The scale is designed to be accurate to the ounce, with a total weight of fifty pounds on the scale face before using the counter balance. The face of the piece is marked "Toledo Reg U.S. Pat. Office No Springs - Honest Weight Toledo Scale Company, Toledo, Ohio, U.S.A." across the center with "Weight Control 1 Ounce Graduation" towards the bottom. The center of the piece shows an indicator arm attached to a set of weights and pulleys. The front of the scale shows a metal plate with patent numbers. The front of the piece shows a locking lever to lock the scale bed. The piece shows good condition overall, with some wear due to age and use. The scale measures 79" tall by 24 1/4" wide and 29 1/4" deep.