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Charles Forschner & Sons Primitive Farmhouse Scales

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Title

Charles Forschner & Sons Primitive Farmhouse Scales

Description

An old farmhouse weighing scale made by Charles Forschner & Sons who began making scales in New Britain, Ct., in 1855, and later moved to New York City. Charles Forschner's son, Richard Forschner, renamed the firm R. H. Forschner, and began importing European cutlery, including the Victorinox Swiss Army Knives. The Forschner family sold the business in 1957.

Creator

Charles Forschner & Sons, New Britain, CT.

Date

1855

Contributor

Mrs. William Simon.

Identifier

1999.411

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Materials

Metal, glass; 11"D x 12"H.

Condition

Poor.

Storage

SU6-3