Mill Scale

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Description:

Short pillar monitor mill scale with raised platform, rubber springs, wheels, and 10,000-pound capacity. The “HOWE” inscription is that of the Howe Scale Co. of Rutland, Vt.

Maker: Howe Scale Company

Location: Currently not on view

Place Made: United States: Vermont, Rutland

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Credit Line: Transfer from General Services Administration

Data Source: National Museum of American History

Id Number: CH.330612Catalog Number: 330612Accession Number: 295173

Object Name: mill scale, portableObject Type: Scales

Measurements: weights 4-12: 1 1/16 in x 5/16 in; 2.69875 cm x .79375 cmweights 2, 3: 5/8 in x 5/16 in; 1.5875 cm x .79375 cmweight hanger: 14 in x 5/16 in; 35.56 cm x .79375 cmweight 1: 3/8 in x 5/16 in; .9525 cm x .79375 cmoverall: 91.5 cm x 102 cm x 152 cm; 36 in x 40 3/16 in x 59 13/16 inoverall: 36 in x 54 in x 39 in; 91.44 cm x 137.16 cm x 99.06 cm

Metadata Usage: CC0

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Record Id: nmah_2608

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