Watch List notes:

CHINESE 'OPIUM' SCALES (2), a type of steelyard scales, pan diameter 132mm, with bone arm handle for balance for the counterbalance, pan with many impressed markings including date 14.5.1868, Chinese characters and other numbered markings (probably certifying correctness in weighing); a second example as a two pan balance known as a money scales with 2 x 48mm pans and with a metal arm supporting both pans and a pointer for balance; lot includes 2 stamped weights for the 'opium' scales. Very fine and both very scarce. (2)

Ex Patrick J.O'Rourke Collection.