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balance weights

Date: circa 1950
Inventory Number: 2004-1-0327
Classification: Balance Weights
Subject:
mineralogy,
Maker: Central Scientific Company (Eastern Division) (1889 - 2000)
Cultural Region:
United States, Germany,
Place of Origin:
Boston,
Dimensions:
4.5 x 8.5 x 4.5 cm (1 3/4 x 3 3/8 x 1 3/4 in.)
Material:
wood, metal,
Description:
A small wooden box with a selection of 8 standard weights and 11 plate weights. Seems to be complete.
Signedon top of box, plaque: CENTRAL SCIENTIFIC COMPANY / EASTERN DIVISION / BOSTON, MASS. / Made in Germany
FunctionWeight standards for use on a balance.

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