scale made by Narcisse Briais
This handheld scale is illustrated in the catalog of Brewer Frères of Paris in France from the years 1913s. In the catalog illustration even the initials NB are recognizable. NB stands for the maker of this scale namely Narcisse Briais from Paris in France. This handheld scale is intended for "produits photographiques" meaning "photographic products", such as chemicals and powders needed for the development of photos. One of the suspension chains was renewed. The scale of 100 grams has a stripe per each gram up to 25 grams. Above 25 grams there is a stripe per five grams. Narcisse Briais produced handheld scales, standing letter scales and letter balances, see elsewhere on this website.
Below some more pictures of this handheld scale.
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