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Antique portable jeweler scale. Ottoman Period. At least 100 years old maybe more. Brass, iron and wood. Original. Good condition for it's age. Made in Anatolia/Istanbul. Very rare item. Pocket type. In the Ottoman Empire, some jewelers went to villages and towns to buy and sell gold. This scale was used for those works.

This scale reflect Suleymaniye craftsmanship. It was named in Ottoman Empire as Istanbul craftsmanship. Products, also known as "Suleymaniye Work" or "Istanbul Work", which can be easily distinguished by their quality and style, took their place in every part of the life of the period with their diversity. It can easily be said that Suleymaniye products are original works of art that reflect the whole life of Istanbul.

When you buy this item you will have pretty rare historical figure. If you want you can exhibit it in your collection, in your office on a desk or in your home on a shelf. Also, it can be a good gift for people who interested antique scales, jeweler items or Ottoman heritage.

This item can be exhibit in a museum.

Weight is 100 gr (0.220 pound). Height approximately 31 cm (12.20 inch), width approximately 16 cm (6.29 inch).

There is some signs of ageing on item.

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