Pelouze “Crescent” Miniature Postal Scale
Object NamePostal Scale
Manufacturer
Pelouze Scale & Mfg. Co.
(Chicago, Ill.)
Date1903
Mediummetal
Dimensions3 x 3 x 1 ¾ in.
ClassificationsDecorative Arts, Metal
Credit LineGift of Helen McRoberts. In the permanent collection, University Museums, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa.
Object numberUM2021.181
Status
On viewCultureAmerican
MarkingsFace marked: "Crescent " and at bottom: "Warranted Pat. Pend'g." "Pat. June 2, 1896, March 29, 1898, Jan. 31 1899". Original tag with instructions on adjusting screw. Also impressed marks on base: "Pelouze Scale & Mfg. Co. Chicago" with patent dates.
Locations
- (not entered) Iowa State University, Farm House Museum
Object Name: Scale, 24 lbs.
Landers, Frary & Clark
1906-1910
Object number: 74.32.147
Object Name: Toothpick Holder
Fostoria Glass Company
Post 1950
Object number: UM2013.716
Object Name: Toothpick Holder
Fostoria Glass Company
1903
Object number: UM2013.715
