The American Weigh: Christopher Steele's Penny Scales

Christopher Steele takes pride in his unique collection of penny scales. At one time, these coin-operated weighing machines stood on street corners and in public places, and provided people with an opportunity to weigh themselves without having to go to a doctor's office. His collection chronicles 100 years of American ingenuity and industrial design.

[@memorabiliamore1086]

Thank you

[@mzilner]

Awesome collection. Great video.

[@pinwiz121]

Beautiful!. And so cool :)

[@crewnail1763]

I have one cent scale that needs repair/adjustment, believe it is a Mills. Is there a manual or book that may help. I doubt there is anyone in the Texas Panhandle that repairs them

[@TheNSSPA]

Hello. I am from Argentina. I have a Watling Coin-operated Fortune & Weight Porcelain Scale and need instructions on how to repair and calibrate it. I appreciate any information regarding the matter. Congratulations on your colection! Impressive.

[@gastong.loperena7378]

Hi! Just one question, I have a 1920s lollipop Toledo Scale (model 8305) for wighing people. What was the intended use of the little open top receptacle ay the front below the front glass semicircular window? Thanks in advance! Cheers!

[@kimthomas4478]

I have a scale and would like to know the value. I'm in Indiana where can I go?

[@johnjohn9639]

Do you know who restores scales ?

[@davidrooks8376]

I have a 1925 lollipop scale mint condition for sale but I'm lost on who to contact can someone please advise ?

[@sherislesinger8037]

Hi, I have Peerless Scale that I need to sell. Do you have any interest or know of someone who might? Thanks, Sheri