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Natl Specialty Mfg Co Cast Iron Scale - A American computing scale constructed from cast iron with a fan-shaped indicator dial. The scale features a seafoam green painted finish and is supported by a pedestal base embossed with an American shield motif containing vertical stripes. The upper section of the shield bears cast lettering applied in relief; the top line is a cursive script reading National Specialty Mfg Co., followed by a second line reading LANCASTER PA. The weighing mechanism employs a parallel-link movement connected to an Y-shaped cradle arm intended to hold a weighing pan. The fan-shaped display is protected by a glass pane and contains a paper or metal dial printed with a grid of weight and price calculations.Measurements/notes: 9 in. L x 10.25 in. H.