Roman Bronze Steelyard Balance > Lot No. 539

Description:
Circa 2nd century AD. A balance with main shaft of square section, twisted 45 degrees in the area of the fixed hooks, with rounded terminals. Three fixed loops at the balance points, each with a swivel hook for suspension and each affixed to a different face of the shaft. Also with a pair of suspended load hooks, linked to a ring that slides freely along the shaft. Attractive.

Measurements:
300 mm.

Condition:
Very fine and complete.

References:
Cf Museum of London; cf Royal Collection (for a later reproduction of the same type).

Export licence:
No

Estimate: £300 - 500 (EUR 360 - 600; USD 480 - 790)

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

Sold for: £310