Peerless hanging letter scale

Cross Pen Company · c. 1900

The “Peerless” Letter Scale is a quadrant, pendulum, hanging-style scale that features a clip and a hook to weigh both letters and small parcels. A contemporary advertisement and catalog listing for the scale noted that “the scale is made of hard metal, nickel-plated, weighs accurately up to twelve ounces, and will wear for years. It has no springs, levers, or other contrivances that are liable to get out of order, and is simple, accurate, and durable. The scale is provided . . . with a holder, whereby a letter or paper can be easily and quickly inserted, and a hook to attach to parcels. Each Scale is packed in a neat box, and can be sent safely through the mail.”