Ancient roman scales
The construction of scalebeam of Roman scales type includes a moving weight, while the place of load fastening and the handle, as well as the position of the counterweight, remains unchanged.
The scale of Roman scales is uniform. This type of scalebeam is known for high reliability due to accurate determination of weight position on the beam. In Russia, after the decree of 1797, the Roman scales were permitted to be used by peddlers.
In the Soviet Union, these scalebeams were official measuring instruments, were verified and stamped. Photos of vintage Roman scales are presented on this page.
The construction of scalebeam of Roman scales type includes a moving weight, while the place of load fastening and the handle, as well as the position of the counterweight, remains unchanged.
The scale of Roman scales is uniform. This type of scalebeam is known for high reliability due to accurate determination of weight position on the beam. In Russia, after the decree of 1797, the Roman scales were permitted to be used by peddlers.
In the Soviet Union, these scalebeams were official measuring instruments, were verified and stamped. Photos of vintage Roman scales are presented on this page.
Iron scalebeam with a moving weight and balance pointers. England, second part of the 19th century
Scalebeam of “Roman scales” type with three hooks. Presumably Europe, 19th century
Iron scalebeam with a moving weight. The weighing capacity range is 20 kg. The USSR, middle of the XX century
Scalebeam of "Roman scales" type. Presumably Europe, 18th – 19th centuries.
Iron scalebeam of "Roman scales" type. Europe, the late 19th – the early 20th centuries
Iron scalebeam with a moving weight. Presumably Europe, the late 19th – the early 20th centuries
Iron scalebeam with three hooks and a moving weight. Presumably England, the late 18th century
Scalebeam of "Roman scales" type with an 8-sided weight. Europe, 18th – 19th centuries.
Wooden scalebeam with a moving weight. France, the second half of the 18th century
Scalebeam of "Roman scales" type with a deep pan for load. The weight is lost. Presumably France, middle of 19th century
Scalebeam with a moving weight and a decorative element. Europe, 18th – 19th centuries.
Iron scalebeam with a moving weight. The weighing capacity range is 10 kg. The USSR, 1920s
Wooden scalebeam of "Roman scales" type. France, the second part of the 18th century
Wooden scalebeam with a moving weight. Presumably France, 18th century
Iron scalebeam of "Roman scales" type. Europe, pres. The early 19th century
Iron scalebeam of "Roman scales" type with a decoration. Europe, 19th century
Scalebeam of "Roman scales" type with four hooks. The weight is lost. Ottoman Empire, 18th – 19th centuries.
Iron scalebeam with a moving weight and balance pointers. England, the second half of the 19th century
Scalebeam of "Roman scales" type with a pan for loads. Ottoman Empire, 18th – 19th centuries.
Wooden scalebeam with a moving weight. Europe, 18th – 19th centuries.
Scalebeam of "Roman scales" type for loads up to 100 kg. The weight is lost. Presumably Italy, late 19th – the early 20th century
Scalebeam of "Roman scales" type. Partial condition (the weight is lost). Location and date of manufacture are unknown.
Wooden scalebeam with a moving weight and a leather load carrier. Location and date of manufacture are unknown.
Scalebeam of "Roman scales" type. Presumably Europe, XX century
Roman scales. Bronze. The weight is lost. The Roman Empire, prior to IV
Miniature scalebeam with a pan on chains and a lead counterweight. Location and date of manufacture are unknown.
Scalebeam of "Roman scales" type with five hooks. Ottoman Empire, 18th – 19th centuries.
Iron scalebeam with a moving weight. Europe, 18th – 19th centuries.
Wooden scalebeam of "Roman scales" type. Partial condition, the weight is lost. Presumably France, 18th century
Scalebeam of "Roman scales" type with a pan for loads. Presumably Europe, XX century