#22 • Chinese Opium-Gold Scale

Part of Online Only Multi Estate Public Auction Saturday, February 14th, 2026 @ 10 a.m. (live auction by Valley Auctions)

High bid $45.00

Status: Sold

Circa 1840-1880 Chinese Dotchin opium, gold or herbal medicine scale. Violin shaped wooden case with braided wicker ring for closing case. Scrimshawed rod attached to brass pan with brass weight. Missing rivet on case. Good condition. Measures 12 inches wide x 3.75 x 1 inch tall.

Chinese Opium-Gold Scale