Original, antique opium scale in wooden container, China, ca. 1900. I have dated this object based on inquiries made to an antique dealer and comparisons with similar opium scales on the internet. See the following link:: https://veiling.catawiki.be/kavels/7541467-intacte-originele-antieke-opium-weegschaal-china-+-1870 Early opium scales hardly have any decoration. More luxury models were introduced after 1900. This is one of the older known scales used for weighing opium. I think the inlay indicating the scale division is made of ivory. The object is equipped with a copper buckle of which the end is missing. Length: 34 cm Widest point: approx. 9.5 cm The lot will be shipped registered. Can also be picked up in Delft, the Netherlands.