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Instrument Of Weight Collection

"Instrument of Weight

Background imageInstrument Of Weight Collection: Justice

Justice
Vintage engraving by Albrech Durer, showing Justice, c.1502Vintage engraving by Albrech Durer, showing Saint Eustace, c.1501

Background imageInstrument Of Weight Collection: Custom House at Yokohama

Custom House at Yokohama
Vintage engraving showing the Custom House at Yokohama, Japan, 1861

Background imageInstrument Of Weight Collection: Arab Women Buying Fruit

Arab Women Buying Fruit
MIddle East: c. 1890 An albumen print of three Arab women using a scale to buy fruit from a vendor

Background imageInstrument Of Weight Collection: Beaker containing cobalt chloride, being weighed with digital scales

Beaker containing cobalt chloride, being weighed with digital scales

Background imageInstrument Of Weight Collection: Antique spring balance, 18th century

Antique spring balance, 18th century

Background imageInstrument Of Weight Collection: Set of scales with a bowl of water and a bowl containing an apple on it

Set of scales with a bowl of water and a bowl containing an apple on it, illustrating Archimedes principle

Background imageInstrument Of Weight Collection: Popcorn weighed on scales, front view

Popcorn weighed on scales, front view

Background imageInstrument Of Weight Collection: Bowl of wholewheat fusilli pasta being weighed on scales with liquid crystal display

Bowl of wholewheat fusilli pasta being weighed on scales with liquid crystal display, view from above

Background imageInstrument Of Weight Collection: Relief depicting tools of the trade, on Stele of dyer Gaio Pupuio Amico

Relief depicting tools of the trade, on Stele of dyer Gaio Pupuio Amico
Roman civilization. Stele of dyer Gaio Pupuio Amico. Detail: relief depicting the tools of the trade

Background imageInstrument Of Weight Collection: Bronze scales, From Ercolano

Bronze scales, From Ercolano
Roman civilization, 1st century A.D. Bronze scales. From Herculaneum

Background imageInstrument Of Weight Collection: Wood cubit rod (rule) of Maya, royal treasurer of Tutankhamen

Wood cubit rod (rule) of Maya, royal treasurer of Tutankhamen
Egyptian civilization, New Kingdom, Dynasty XVIII. Wood cubit rod (rule) of Maya, royal treasurer of Tutankhamen

Background imageInstrument Of Weight Collection: Hamster in set of plastic scales

Hamster in set of plastic scales

Background imageInstrument Of Weight Collection: Bronze steelyard, Weight represents bust of crowned young man, From Herculaneum

Bronze steelyard, Weight represents bust of crowned young man, From Herculaneum
Roman civilization, 1st century A.D. Bronze steelyard. The weight represents the bust of a crowned young man From Herculaneum

Background imageInstrument Of Weight Collection: Weights and measures of Maya, Tutankhamens Minister of Finance (1333-1323 BC)

Weights and measures of Maya, Tutankhamens Minister of Finance (1333-1323 BC)
Egyptian civilization, New Kingdom, Dynasty XVIII. Weights and measures of Maya, Tutankhamens Minister of Finance (1333-1323 b.C.)


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"Instrument of Weight: Unveiling the Scales of Justice" Step into the historical realm as we explore the significance and diversity of instruments that have been used to measure weight throughout time. From the majestic Custom House at Yokohama, where justice was once administered with precision, to bustling scenes like Arab Women Buying Fruit, these images capture moments intertwined with the art of weighing. Witness a beaker containing cobalt chloride being weighed meticulously on digital scales, showcasing how science meets accuracy in modern times. Delve further back in history as an antique spring balance from the 18th century takes us on a journey through time, reminding us of our ancestors' quest for measurement perfection. Experience Archimedes principle come alive through a set of scales featuring bowls filled with water and an apple atop it - a visual representation that echoes his groundbreaking discovery. Meanwhile, popcorn is carefully measured on front-view scales, highlighting how even small pleasures can be quantified. Observe from above as wholewheat fusilli pasta is delicately placed on liquid crystal display scales; this bird's-eye view reminds us that precision extends beyond mere numbers. A relief depicting tools of trade adorns Stele of dyer Gaio Pupuio Amico - an ode to craftsmanship and meticulousness within various professions. Marvel at bronze scales recovered from Ercolano's ancient ruins; their presence speaks volumes about civilizations long gone but not forgotten. The wood cubit rod (rule) belonging to Maya, royal treasurer of Tutankhamen himself serves as tangible evidence linking weight measurement practices to ancient Egypt's opulent past. Intriguingly contrasting these grand artifacts is a humble hamster perched upon plastic scales - reminding us that even nature finds its place amidst man-made instruments. These diverse glimpses into humanity's pursuit for accurate measurements encapsulate both practicality and beauty found within each instrument showcased here. Join us in celebrating centuries-old traditions of precision and the evolution of weighing instruments.