Medieval - Bronze 'Tumbrel' Coin Balance > Lot No. 310

Description:
C. 14th century AD. Folding pocket balance to weigh coins. The body of the balance recessed to receive the free-swinging arm with coin platform, balanced by the shaft and rotating about a bronze pin axle. Fully functional and rare thus.

Measurements:
80 mm (closed).

Condition:
Fine and functional, with slight loss to coin platform and small split to main shaft.

Export licence:
No

Low estimate: £300
High estimate: £400

Auction date: Friday 19th March 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £200