Long after the pigeon post employed birds as mail carriers, and before technology simplified the way we communicate, the world relied on postal services to deliver letters and packages.
Like the pigeons carrying mini missives, the weight of mail delivered by the post office was – and still is – a consideration.
This puzzling little antique had a heavy job in determining shipping rates, and its purpose is timeless. Any idea what it is? Keep reading and learn the purpose of this humble little tool!