Opium weights (4) - Myanmar/Burma - 1850-1900

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Four antique Burmese bronze opium weights with a lion motif, dating to the 19th century in Myanmar, in good condition with minor signs of age and spotting, dimensions roughly 7 x 4.5 x 3.5 cm to 5.5 x 3.5 x 2.5 cm and a total weight of about 877 g.

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Antique Burmese opium weights / animal weights, (6) - Bronze - Burma - 19th century

Good condition, see description.

4 antique Burmese (opium) weights with a lion depicted, total weight 877 grams.

The weights were formerly used to weigh valuable raw materials and are generally referred to as opium weights.

With a beautiful patina, see also the undersides in the photos.

Dimensions: 7 x 4.5 x 3.5 cm, weight 311 g
7 x 4.5 x 3.5 cm, weight 276 g
5.5 x 3.5 x 3 cm, weight 152 g
5.5 x 3.5 x 2.5 cm, weight 138 g

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The package will be carefully packed and insured for shipment.

Antique Burmese opium weights / animal weights, (6) - Bronze - Burma - 19th century

Good condition, see description.

4 antique Burmese (opium) weights with a lion depicted, total weight 877 grams.

The weights were formerly used to weigh valuable raw materials and are generally referred to as opium weights.

With a beautiful patina, see also the undersides in the photos.

Dimensions: 7 x 4.5 x 3.5 cm, weight 311 g
7 x 4.5 x 3.5 cm, weight 276 g
5.5 x 3.5 x 3 cm, weight 152 g
5.5 x 3.5 x 2.5 cm, weight 138 g

See the photos for an exact impression.

The package will be carefully packed and insured for shipment.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Type
Opium weights
No. of items
4
Country of Origin
Myanmar/Burma
Material
Bronze
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
7 cm
Width
4.5 cm
Depth
3.5 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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Objects sold
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