Description: Antique Japanese Meiji Era (1868-1912) Hakari Tenbin Balance Scale Weight This is an antique Japanese balance scale (hakari) weight dating to the late Meiji Era (1868-1912). It has Japanese writing on one side and a shop logo on the other. It is bell shaped with a lanyard ring at the top to adjust up and down a pole scale. Seen in the last picture is a bar or pole scale (not included) similar to the one which would have originally been used a similar weight. Stamped in copper inlay is the official indication that this is a precise measure "正" Markings "秤量拾貮貫" Height = 4.5" (11.5cm) Diameter = 3.5" (9cm) Weight = 8lbs 4oz With exception to some blemishes and oxidation it has a nice aged patina, it remains in very good functional condition.
Price: 89.7 USD
Location: Portland, Oregon
End Time: 2025-01-09T06:36:03.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Primary Material: Iron
Color: Black
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Region of Origin: Japan
Age: 1850-1899
