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11 - A 19th-century bronze apothecary scale 'De Gaper', with weig…

Estimate €100 - €200
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Description
A 19th-century bronze apothecary scale 'De Gaper', with weights and calibration marks, Amsterdam, Netherlands (1854). Bronze and copper. Apothecary scale or balance with two copper pans. Base with six embedded weights, provided with calibration marks. Beam with inscription 'De Gaper' and dated 1854. Marked multiple times with the Amsterdam coat of arms and other calibration marks. Amsterdam, Netherlands, mid-19th century (1854). The name 'De Gaper' is inextricably linked to Dutch pharmaceutical history. A 'gaper' is a stone or wooden head (often with an open mouth and a pill on the tongue) that served as a sign for apothecaries and drugstores in the Netherlands from the 16th century onwards. It symbolized the taking of medicines. Scales with this specific inscription were produced specifically for this sector or bore the name as a mark of quality for medicinal measurements. (42 x 54 x 18 cm) Condition Report: A condition report not being available doesn't mean the item is flawless. If you'd like one, email us with the relevant lot number(s). Please also look closely at the photos, as they usually reveal any damage or missing parts. Feel free to reach out with questions or if you'd like additional images.
About the sale Decorative Arts and Tableware, Christofle, Saint Louis, Val Saint Lambert, Baccarat and Silverware
Auction location
Auction time 09/08/2026 at 1:00 PM
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