Antique Japanese Meiji Era (1868-1912) Hakari Tenbin Balance 5.2oz 1.5" Musical Instrument influenced by Chinese carved lacquerware

influenced by Chinese carved lacquerware

This bell measures 2

Documented motif—the pommel/backstrap blossom panel corresponds to Plate 6-11

It is made of solid Rosewood which is a very dense and heavy wood with beautiful grain pattern

Jurojin is revered not only for his specific domain over longevity but also for his role in bringing good fortune and prosperity

Antique Japanese Meiji Era (1868-1912) Hakari Tenbin Balance 5.2oz 1.5" Musical Instrument influenced by Chinese carved lacquerwareThis is an antique Japanese balance scale (hakari) weight dating to the Meiji Era (1868 1912). It has Japanese writing on one side and a shop logo on the other. It is bell shaped with a lanyard ring at the top to adjust up and down a pole scale. Height = 1. 5" (5cm) Diameter = 1. 5" (4cm) Weight = 5. 2 oz With exception to some blemishes and oxidation it has a nice aged patina, it remains in very good functional condition.