Details
The image displays an antique Herbert & Sons "Lion Quick Action Scale", an English commercial balance scale known for its distinctive lion cresting and often used in shops and for weighing produce.
Details of the scale:
Manufacturer: Herbert & Sons Ltd., located at 6 & 7 West Smithfield, London, as indicated on the scale's badge.
Design: It is a balance counter scale, typically made of brass and iron, featuring a heraldic English lion rampant surmounting a shield-shaped badge.
Functionality: Known for its "Quick Action" mechanism, this type of scale was at the core of Herbert & Sons' range from around 1910 to 1945, designed for accuracy and ease of use, although it required a set of weights for operation.
Capacities: These scales were produced in various capacities, including 4lb, 7lb, 10lb, 20lb, 30lb, and 40lb models.
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