Watch List notes:

WORLD COINS, CHINA, Antique Dotchin Balance or "Opium" Scales, contained in a violin-shaped and fitted patinated hardwood box with swivelling lid, single brass pan and separate weight, ivory beam or steelyard marked in black, 330mm; another, somewhat similar, 305mm, late 19th Century. Generally very good condition, second stained from use. (2)

Estimate: £100-150