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Antique Gold/Opium Bamboo Scale with Built-In Abacus, Chinese, 19th Century

$725
£551.62
€635.58
CA$1,029.27
A$1,104.23
CHF 592.28
MX$13,294.73
NOK 7,466.44
SEK 6,808.35
DKK 4,748.61

About the Item

Antique gold/opium bamboo scale with built-in abacus, Chinese, 19th century Fitted into a bamboo case are a brass tray with bronze weights and a bone beam with measuring marks. There is an exceptionally well-constructed and functional tiny abacus, measuring 3" x 1", built into the top of the case.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1 in (2.54 cm)Width: 3.75 in (9.53 cm)Depth: 13.75 in (34.93 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bamboo,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    China
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: GUPD2021stDibs: LU1778218679322

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