✅ SOLVED Little brass thingee marked "OK." and "1853"

[HistoryTeacher]

I picked this up a garage sale. It weighs 202 grams, is about 2.5" tall, and about 2" wide at its widest. It appears to be brass except the wire hook is copper. Is this some kind of counterweight? Anyone recognize this?

 

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[Jack873]

I'd say it's a counter weight.

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[HistoryTeacher]

I'd say it's a counter weight.

Authentic Vintage Late 1800's Early 1900's Country/general Store Hanging Metal Scale With Original Balance Weight Weighs 1 45 Pounds - Etsy

This Kitchen Decor item by Picking2Repurpose has 3 favorites from Etsy shoppers. Ships from Carbondale, CO. Listed on May 23, 2024

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Counter weight seems right. I wonder what the "OK" and "1853" mean. Just a maker's mark?