Types of antique scales: between tradition and innovation
Equal-arm scales: the timeless pioneers
These models, based on the lever principle, are based on remarkable simplicity. A balanced beam and carefully added weights until equilibrium was reached were enough to guarantee impressive precision.
Anecdote: Archimedes is said to have used similar scales to calculate the density of metals with legendary precision.
Monetary scales: the merchants’ tool
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Precision treasures at the service of science and cooking
Postal scale
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