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Burma, c. 1850, An unusual boxed opium scale with equal arm balance. The beam measures 17.5 cm....

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Burma, c. 1850, An unusual boxed opium scale with equal arm balance. The beam measures 17.5 cm....
Burma, c. 1850, An unusual boxed opium scale with equal arm balance. The beam measures 17.5 cm. in length. Each terminal ends in an arrow shape. The copper round pans are 7.5 cm. In diameter. The wooden box is in two parts; the base holds the scale with the beam in the long receptacle, the pans and the pointer are housed in a grooved circular compartment. The elaborate top fits over the bottom and is held in place with a cord now missing. The top is nicely carved with a reclining beast similar to those on opium weights. Slight wear on sides of box, an exceptional scale for this series.    $350