Antique Japanese Meiji Era (1868-1912) Iron Hakari Tenbin Balance Scale Weight 1lb 5oz. 2.5" Makie The non-regulation sculptural hilt and

The non-regulation sculptural hilt and campaign inscription indicate a privately commissioned presentation—the sort awarded for valor or staff service connected to Port Arthur

Dimensions: approx

Approximately 2x the shown calculated amount

1952 (printing from original prewar blocks)

Antique Japanese Meiji Era (1868-1912) Iron Hakari Tenbin Balance Scale Weight 1lb 5oz. 2.5" Makie The non-regulation sculptural hilt andThis is an antique Japanese balance scale (hakari) weight dating to the Meiji Era (1868 1912). It has Japanese writing on two sides. It is bell shaped with a lanyard ring at the top to adjust up and down a pole scale. Iron Height = 2. 5" (5cm) Diameter = 1." (4cm) Weight = 8 oz With exception to some blemishes and oxidation it has a nice aged patina, it remains in very good functional condition.