Lot 189: Griffin and Tatlock Ltd Microid Scientific Analytical Balance Scales

A vintage British scientific analytical balance, featuring brass and steel components housed within a polished mahogany and glass case. The instrument is constructed with a central cylindrical brass column that supports a graduated brass balance beam. The beam features an upper numerical scale and is marked 250 GM towards the right side. The scales are equipped with two circular chrome-plated or stainless steel pans suspended from thin metal hangers. A small bone-coloured plaque at the base of the column is printed in black with the word MICROID.

The top frame of the mahogany case bears a rectangular black and silver metal plate printed with the text: GRIFFIN and TATLOCK Ltd. / LONDON / EDINBURGH / GLASGOW / MANCHESTER / BIRMINGHAM: Standley Belcher and Mason Ltd. / MADE IN GREAT BRITAIN. The case is designed for precision work, featuring a front glass panel that slides vertically to provide access to the weighing mechanism. The base of the case includes a front-mounted control knob for the beam arrestment lever.