Ancient Roman Bronze Steelyard Balance and Weights
Two circa 1st to 2nd Century bronze Roman steelyard balance (statera) and weights. Counterpoises bust, possibly portraying an emperor, depicted wearing a wreath, suspended from a beam of rectangular cross-section with conical terminals, with graded divisions, one end of the beam with attachment hook, and two additional hooks. Good condition with heavy patina. Measures 5 1/2 in. x 1/2 in. (tray), 11 in. (arm). Hill Auction Gallery in house USA continental shipping $55 plus insurance. Gallery will refer a local shipper for international buyers. Please contact sfloridadelivery@gmail.com for local South Florida home delivery quote. Purchaser pick up available upon request.
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Two circa 1st to 2nd Century bronze Roman steelyard balance (statera) and weights. Counterpoises bust, possibly portraying an emperor, depicted wearing a wreath, suspended from a beam of rectangular cross-section with conical terminals, with graded divisions, one end of the beam with attachment hook, and two additional hooks. Good condition with heavy patina. Measures 5 1/2 in. x 1/2 in. (tray), 11 in. (arm). Hill Auction Gallery in house USA continental shipping $55 plus insurance. Gallery will refer a local shipper for international buyers. Please contact sfloridadelivery@gmail.com for local South Florida home delivery quote. Purchaser pick up available upon request.