Rare Victorian "German" Silver Pocket Telescope Letter Balance
John Sheldon, Birmingham 1845
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A rare Victorian "German" silver Pocket Telescope Letter Balance of tubular form, pulling apart at the centre, the body with engine turned decoration, a chequered wafer seal to one end and a amethyst coloured glass seal to the other. The scale calibrated in 1/2 ounces up to 3 ounces and 1D to 6D.
In addition to weighing letters, coins can also be check weighed with a sovereign corresponding to SW on the scale.
Stamped: John Sheldon, Birmingham, c1845. Also engraved with a diamond registration mark.
The Registered Design for this Balance was entered on 13th May 1845. No: RD27500
Sold - £275.00
Condition
In good condition with no damage or repair and in full working order
Dimensions
H
68 mm
(2.68 inches)
Weight
10.50 Grams
(0.34 troy ounces)
Country
England
Stock Code
TRS131220A
Medium
Silver Plate
