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$9.74 Shipping Location: Richmond, United States He was one of the early and few paramilitary trainers that trained many foreigners for a variety of operations.
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$5.40 Shipping Location: Wellington, United States Opium Weights. Originally, they were used to weigh relatively high value products such as silver ingots, which were used as currency. (We are not experts ... morein any piece). Weight : 6 g.
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Free Shipping Location: Israel This is a lovely item to own or to give as a special gift. Basic information: Material / Bronze, brass Height / 8 cm / 3.14 in" Weight / 117.1 gr.
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$76.00 Shipping Location: Thailand BURMA. CAMBODIA. CHINA. INDIA. INDONESIA. JAPAN. KOREA. LANKA. LAO. THAILAND.TIBET. Antique Wood-Carved Burmese Mandalay'Nat' Spirit. Myanmar. ... moreCirca- 19th Century. Description: A beautiful 19th century Mandalay Nat Spirit. Worshipped by the people of Myanmar before Buddhism became popular. Carved of auspicious'Pyung' wood or Lucky wood, the figure is depicted as a supernatural Spirit, standing on a small rectangular plinth, with the right hand raised, offering protection in warding off evil. xxxxx The Nat is dressed in a long regal style garment. Decorated with floral plates, an elaborate collar, draped central panel, and bell-shape at the bottom hem. The head is covered by a Burmese style headdress, cylindrical-shaped with graduated layers rising to what-would-have-been an ornament finial. xxx The hand-painted features of her face appear realistic and vivid. Portraying a benevolent nature, with almond-shaped eyes, long elegant nose, bow-shaped mouth with pink lips, and arching eyebrows outlined in black. In Burmese culture there are many forms of Nats. Angels or local native deities worshipped. Some of these spirits have benevolent nature, while others have been seen to represent more adverse phenomena. Among the key 37 Nats, this figure is that of a benevolent spirit, showcases a natural smiling expression, that shows us the Nats happy nature- Oh joyful Guardian Spirit. May you show us with your blessings, the blessings of Nature and the Divine. Remarks: Excellent condition. Preserved by re-applied layers of lacquer paint from time to time, with the wood having normal chips, dents, and minor paint loss, due to the many years of exposure to the weather and other deteriorating conditions. Data Observation: Left earring is broken off. Please view detailed photos for overall quality and minor imperfections of the item. Estimate Value: We are offering this item to our Ebay audience at a considerable lower wholesale value. Dimensions: Height: 11.625 inches(29.53cm) Shipping: Item(s) shipped direct fro
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$13.60 Shipping Location: Hemet, United States The weights were used for weighing all kinds of commodities, smaller weights for expensive goods (opium, gems, gold, silver, ambergris etc.), bigger weights ... morefor inexpensive commodities (vegetables, fruits, hides etc.).
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Free Shipping Location: Rockville, United States Actual Size: 1.11" tall.
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$20.00 Shipping Location: Del Mar, United States This piece was acquired by my father during the period he was a Junior Foreign Service Officer stationed in the Consulate in Mandalay during the late ... more1950's.
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$8.00 Shipping Location: Rockford, United States It has not been taken out of the stand for more than 25 years. The weight is 5 3/4" tall and has a nice heft.
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Free Shipping Location: Washington, United States 5" wide at Buddha's legs. 15 1/2" tall x 5 3/4" wide at square base.
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$5.00 Shipping Location: Del Mar, United States I estimate the item dates to the 18th-19th Century based on the provenance notes I have.
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$19.95 Shipping Location: Seattle, United States A RARE set of SIX GRADUATED BRONZE CHINTHE (a mythical lion-like creature) OPIUM WEIGHTS RANGING IN SIZE from THE LARGEST at 2.5" and weighing 224 GRAMS ... moreto the SMALLEST at 1.00" high AND weighing 19 GRAMS--.
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Free Shipping Location: Los Angeles, United States They are a sign of protection for the building that they guard. This one was probably from a small alter or from part of a temple. It is also used symbolically ... moreon the royal thrones of Burma because the people love and revere the Chinthe.
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$136.00 Shipping Location: Thailand He once held attributes that would have corresponded to his character. Myanmar, 19th C. Around his head is covered by a fashionable cloth wrap (gaung ... morebaung) while his stylized hair is done in a neat topknot.
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$325.00 Shipping Location: Thailand Deep, and weight over 22 Lbs. As U Min Kyaw was previously official chief of Pakhan village, thus commonly call him Pakhan U Min Kyaw Nat. Min Kyaw Zaw ... moreNat. When 2 brothers had already been away to Shan state, U Min Kyaw suddenly took hold of the court, violently assassinated the king and queen, and instantly occupied the throne.
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$139.00 Shipping Location: Thailand BURMA. CAMBODIA. CHINA. INDIA. INDONESIA. JAPAN. KOREA. LANKA. LAO. THAILAND.TIBET. Antique Burmese Wood-carved Holy Man'Shaman' Figure. Myanmar. ... more19th Century. Burmese Shamanism- Master of Spirits' A Shaman or healer mediates relationships between daily life and the spirit world, they are able to utilize ancient ritual and passed down techniques to combat evil spirits, by communicating with the spirit world while in a trance. Description: Old 19th century Burmese teakwood carved auspicious figure of a holy man. Probably a Shaman or Medicine Man of sorts, depicted standing in a frontal posture on a small round plinth, grasping a walking cane with the right hand, whilst the left hand, with open-palm, holds a'philosepher's stone' a medicinal amulet used to oppress evil forces and induce well being. xxx He wears a long flowing robe. Of traditional monk style in the Open mode, worn diagonnally over the left shoulder, covering both arms, with a broad end fold draped to his mid-section. xxx His face is serene. Hand-painted, with realistic flesh-like appearance, almond-shaped eyes, heavy eyebrows, prominent nose, and bow-shaped mouth with red lips smiling. His head is covered by a fashionable cloth woven hat. xxx The figure is beautifully carved from a single block of wood. With the arms attached by small nails(typical early Burmese style) hand-painted in heavy re-applied layers of lacquer paints, vividly accented. The base bears an inscription written in temple monks scripture using white enamel paint. Remarks: Excellent condition. Unaltered, unrepaired, without cracks or splits, preserved by re-applied layers of lacquer paint from time to time, with the wood having normal chips, dents, and minor paint loss, due to the many years of exposure to the weather and other deteriorating conditions. Data Observation: Please view detailed photos for overall quality and minor imperfections of the item. Dimensions: Height: 15.0 inches(38.1cm) Shipping: Item(s) shipped direct from Thailand worldwide. Through
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$10.00 Shipping Location: San Francisco, United States The container is hand carved repousse depicting a village scene with countryside motif of houses, trees and flowers. All item/s are sold "As Is". Subject ... moreto Prior Sale.
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$19.00 Shipping Location: Wien, Austria Origin: Burma. condition: chip in one of the faces on top of the piece o/w still very good - exactly as seen on illustrations. _gsrx_vers_841 (GS 7.0.16 ... more(841)).
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Free Shipping Location: United Kingdom Date: Circa 1880. The bowl is supported by a plain tapering collet style foot embellished with an engraved undulating vine and leaf decorated border. ... moreGet In Touch. Get In Touch! AC Silver Unlimited.
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$145.00 Shipping Location: Thailand Myanmar, Circa 19/20th Century. The hand-painted features of the face appear realistic and vivid, portraying a benevolent nature, with almond-shaped eyes, ... morelong nose, bow-shaped mouth, and arching eyebrows outlined in black.
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H: 4.3 cm Old Bronze Burmese Lady Figure Weight -110 g "Free Shipping"
H: 4.3 cm Old Bronze Burmese Lady Figure Weight-110 g"Free Shipping" Total Weight: 110 grams Size: w 4 cm x d 4 cm x h 4.3 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Lady holding Scales Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was ... moreweighed out, the bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of elephants and the beasts of the Chinese zodia
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H: 2 cm Old Bronze Burmese Rat Figure Weight - 35 g "Free Shipping"
H: 2 cm Old Bronze Burmese Rat Figure Weight- 35 g"Free Shipping" Weight: 35 grams Size: w 3.5 cm x d 1.7 cm x h 2 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Rat Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Burmese zodiac animal signs Day of Week Born: Thursday Ruling Planet: Personality/Attributes of the Rat: You are clever. Witty and intelligent. You have the ability to tap into resources and look at things from a opportunistic viewpoint. You can be introverted and quite, but you are unstoppable when it comes to getting what you want. You are focused and driven(sometimes overly so) and ... morehave a knack for getting ahead. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed out, the bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chi
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H: 3.8 cm Old Bronze Burmese Garuda Figure Weight - 60 g "Free Shipping"
H: 3.8 cm Old Bronze Burmese Garuda Figure Weight- 60 g"Free Shipping" Weight: 60 grams Size: w 3 cm x d 2.5 cm x h 3.8 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Garuda Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Burmese zodiac animal signs. Zodiac animal sign: Garuda(mythical bird. Hindu/Buddhist bird deity) Day of Week Born: Sunday Ruling Planet: Personality/Attributes of the Garuda: You are kind and generous. You would give the shirt off your back to someone in need. Some think you are overly gracious. You love a challenge. The tougher the obstacle the more motivated you are to crash ... morethrough the barrier to reach your goal. You are energetic. And rarely allow life to get you down. You naturally motivate others, and are an inspiration to many. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed out, the bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together ma
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H: 4 cm Old Bronze Burmese Goat Figure Weight - 50 grams "Free Shipping"
H: 4 cm Old Bronze Burmese Goat Figure Weight- 50 grams"Free Shipping" Total Weight: 50 grams Size: w 3.2 cm x d 1.3 cm x h 4 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Goat Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Goat regarded as a symbol of intelligent& artistic. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order ... moreto ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed out, the bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of e
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H:4.4 cm Old Bronze Burmese Elephant Figure Weight - 90 g "Free Shipping"
H:4.4 cm Old Bronze Burmese Elephant Figure Weight- 90 g"Free Shipping" Weight: 90 grams Size: w 3.8 cm x d 2.3 cm x h 4.4 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Elephant Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed ... moreout, the bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of elephants and the beasts of the Chinese zodiac, probably
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H: 4 cm Old Bronze Burmese Elephant Figure Weight - 120 g "Free Shipping"
H: 4 cm Old Bronze Burmese Elephant Figure Weight- 120 g"Free Shipping" Weight: 120 grams Size: w 4.5 cm x d 3.7 cm x h 4 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Elephant Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed out, ... morethe bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of elephants and the beasts of the Chinese zodiac, probably
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H:4.3 cm Old Bronze Burmese Elephant Figure Weight -130 g "Free Shipping"
H:4.3 cm Old Bronze Burmese Elephant Figure Weight-130 g"Free Shipping" Weight: 130 grams Size: w 4 cm x d 3.5 cm x h 4.3 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Elephant Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed out, ... morethe bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of elephants and the beasts of the Chinese zodiac, probably
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H:3.5 cm / 50 grams Old Bronze Burmese Elephant Figure Weight "Free Shipping"
H:3.5 cm/ 50 grams Old Bronze Burmese Elephant Figure Weight"Free Shipping" Weight: 50 grams Size: w 3.5 cm x d 2.2 cm x h 3.5 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Elephant Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed ... moreout, the bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of elephants and the beasts of the Chinese zodiac, prob
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H: 4.2 cm Old Bronze Burmese Lion Figure Weight - 50 g "Free Shipping"
H: 4.2 cm Old Bronze Burmese Lion Figure Weight- 50 g"Free Shipping" Total Weight: 50 grams Size: w 3 cm x d 2 cm x h 4.2 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Lion Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed out, ... morethe bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of elephants and the beasts of the Chinese zodiac, probably orig
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H: 3 cm Old Bronze Burmese Elephant Figure Weight - 40 g "Free Shipping"
H: 3 cm Old Bronze Burmese Elephant Figure Weight- 40 g"Free Shipping" Weight: 40 grams Size: w 3.2 cm x d 1.7 cm x h 3 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Elephant Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed out, ... morethe bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of elephants and the beasts of the Chinese zodiac, probably or
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H: 2.7 cm Old Bronze Burmese Elephant Figure Weight - 30 g "Free Shipping"
H: 2.7 cm Old Bronze Burmese Elephant Figure Weight- 30 g"Free Shipping" Weight: 30 grams Size: w 2.7 cm x d 1.5 cm x h 2.7 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Elephant Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed ... moreout, the bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of elephants and the beasts of the Chinese zodiac, probabl
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H: 4.8 cm Old Bronze Burmese Lion Figure Weight -120 g "Free Shipping"
H: 4.8 cm Old Bronze Burmese Lion Figure Weight-120 g"Free Shipping" Total Weight: 120 grams Size: w 6 cm x d 2 cm x h 4.8 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Lion Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed out, ... morethe bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of elephants and the beasts of the Chinese zodiac, probably ori
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H:4.3 cm / 120 grams Old Bronze Burmese Elephant Figure Weight "Free Shipping"
H:4.3 cm/ 120 grams Old Bronze Burmese Elephant Figure Weight"Free Shipping" Weight: 120 grams Size: w 4 cm x d 3.5 cm x h 4.3 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Elephant Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed ... moreout, the bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of elephants and the beasts of the Chinese zodiac, prob
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H: 3 cm Old Bronze Burmese Cow Figure Weight - 45 grams "Free Shipping"
H: 3 cm Old Bronze Burmese Cow Figure Weight- 45 grams"Free Shipping" Total Weight: 45 grams Size: w 3 cm x d 2 cm x h 3 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Cow Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Cow regarded as a symbol of luck. Patient and inspire confidence. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order ... moreto ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed out, the bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape
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Set of 6 Old Bronze Burmese Lion Figure Weight - 750 grams "Free Shipping"
Set of 6 Old Bronze Burmese Lion Figure Weight- 750 grams"Free Shipping" Total Weight: 750 grams Size from Biggest: 1. w 5 cm x d 3.4 cm x h 7 cm 2. w 4 cm x d 2.8 cm x h 5.5 cm 3. w 3.5 cm x d 2.3 cm x h 5.3 4. w 3.3 cm x d 2.3 cm x h 4.5 cm 5. w 3 cm x d 2 cm x h 4 cm 6. w 2.5 cm x d 1.8 cm h 2.5 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Lion Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively ... morehigh valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed out, the bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger we
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H: 3.3 cm Old Bronze Burmese Lion Figure Weight - 45 g "Free Shipping"
H: 3.3 cm Old Bronze Burmese Lion Figure Weight- 45 g"Free Shipping" Total Weight: 45 grams Size: w 2.7 cm x d 2.1 cm x h 3.3 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Lion Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed out, ... morethe bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of elephants and the beasts of the Chinese zodiac, probably
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Set of 5 Old Bronze Burmese Elephant Figure Weight - 80 g "Free Shipping"
Set of 5 Old Bronze Burmese Elephant Figure Weight- 80 g"Free Shipping" Total Weight: 80 grams Height from: 2.7 cm- 1.5 cm Wide from: 2.7 cm- 1.6 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Elephant Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount ... moreof ganza was weighed out, the bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of elephants and the beasts of the
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Set of 6 Old Bronze Burmese Horse Figure Weight - 60 g "Free Shipping"
Set of 6 Old Bronze Burmese Horse Figure Weight- 60 g"Free Shipping" Total Weight: 60 grams Height from: 3.5 cm- 1.8 cm Wide from: 3 cm- 1.8 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Horse Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza ... morewas weighed out, the bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of elephants and the beasts of the Chinese
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Set of 6 Old Bronze Burmese Fish Figure Weight -130 g "Free Shipping"
Set of 6 Old Bronze Burmese Fish Figure Weight-130 g"Free Shipping" Total Weight: 130 grams Height from: 1.5 cm- 1 cm Wide from: 3 cm- 1.9 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Fish Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza ... morewas weighed out, the bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of elephants and the beasts of the Chinese zo
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H:3 cm / 40 grams Old Bronze Burmese Elephant Figure Weight "Free Shipping"
H:3 cm/ 40 grams Old Bronze Burmese Elephant Figure Weight"Free Shipping" Weight: 40 grams Size: w 3.5 cm x d 1.5 cm x h 3 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Elephant Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed ... moreout, the bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of elephants and the beasts of the Chinese zodiac, probably
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H: 3.7 cm Old Bronze Burmese Lion Figure Weight - 45 g "Free Shipping"
H: 3.7 cm Old Bronze Burmese Lion Figure Weight- 45 g"Free Shipping" Total Weight: 45 grams Size: w 2.7 cm x d 2.2 cm x h 3.7 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Lion Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed out, ... morethe bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of elephants and the beasts of the Chinese zodiac, probably
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H: 3.7 cm Old Bronze Burmese Goat Figure Weight - 40 grams "Free Shipping"
H: 3.7 cm Old Bronze Burmese Goat Figure Weight- 40 grams"Free Shipping" Total Weight: 40 grams Size: w 3.5 cm x d 1.7 cm x h 3.7 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Goat Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Goat regarded as a symbol of intelligent& artistic. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order ... moreto ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed out, the bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape
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H:2 cm / 40 grams Old Bronze Burmese Tiger Figure Weight "Free Shipping"
H:2 cm/ 40 grams Old Bronze Burmese Tiger Figure Weight"Free Shipping" Weight: 40 grams Size: w 4 cm x d 1.6 cm x h 2 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Tiger Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed out, the ... morebullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of elephants and the beasts of the Chinese zodiac, probably origina
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H: 4 cm Old Bronze Burmese Lion Figure Weight - 40 g "Free Shipping"
H: 4 cm Old Bronze Burmese Lion Figure Weight- 40 g"Free Shipping" Total Weight: 40 grams Size: w 3 cm x d 1.5 cm x h 4 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Lion Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed out, the ... morebullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of elephants and the beasts of the Chinese zodiac, probably origin
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H: 3.8 cm Old Bronze Burmese Lion Figure Weight - 45 g "Free Shipping"
H: 3.8 cm Old Bronze Burmese Lion Figure Weight- 45 g"Free Shipping" Total Weight: 45 grams Size: w 3 cm x d 2 cm x h 3.8 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Lion Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed out, ... morethe bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of elephants and the beasts of the Chinese zodiac, probably orig
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H: 3.5 cm Old Bronze Burmese Lion Figure Weight - 40 g "Free Shipping"
H: 3.5 cm Old Bronze Burmese Lion Figure Weight- 40 g"Free Shipping" Total Weight: 40 grams Size: w 3 cm x d 1.8 cm x h 3.5 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Lion Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed out, ... morethe bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of elephants and the beasts of the Chinese zodiac, probably or
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H: 3.5 cm Old Bronze Burmese Goat Figure Weight - 40 grams "Free Shipping"
H: 3.5 cm Old Bronze Burmese Goat Figure Weight- 40 grams"Free Shipping" Total Weight: 40 grams Size: w 3.5 cm x d 1.7 cm x h 3.5 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Goat Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Goat regarded as a symbol of intelligent& artistic. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order ... moreto ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed out, the bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape
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H:4.5 cm Old Bronze Burmese Elephant Figure Weight - 90 g "Free Shipping"
H:4.5 cm Old Bronze Burmese Elephant Figure Weight- 90 g"Free Shipping" Weight: 90 grams Size: w 3.8 cm x d 2.3 cm x h 4.5 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Elephant Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed ... moreout, the bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya in the sixteenth century. The weights are made of a cupriferous alloy and were intended not only for trading purposes but also for religious and political reasons conveying as part of their message the powers of the devine spirit in heaven and the earthly god-king. As collectable pieces they are now commonly known as Siamese Opium Weights due to their use with the opium trade. There are three basic shapes which together make up 95% of the pieces found on the market today: Hantha(mythical ducklike bird) Ziwazo(mythical chickenlike bird) and To, or Chinthe, a dog-lion prominent also in Chinese mythology.There are variations within each type in the general shape of the animal, the geometry of the base, and practical features such as a tail extended to form a handle on some larger weights They all stand on plinths or bases of different shapes. Similar weighs, usually of small size, in the shape of elephants and the beasts of the Chinese zodiac, probably
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H: 4 cm Old Bronze Burmese Garuda Figure Weight - 60 g "Free Shipping"
H: 4 cm Old Bronze Burmese Garuda Figure Weight- 60 g"Free Shipping" Total Weight: 60 grams Size: w 3 cm x d 2.3 cm x h 4 cm Century: 20th Style: Burmese Material: Bronze +++ Enjoy Lovely Art Collection From Asia++ The Weights was in Garuda Figure in very good condition and rare. This Weight is one of many authentic quality collectors opium weights that have been acquired throughout Burma. Thailand, Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia over a number of year. Garuda Garuda is one of the three principal animal deities in the Hindu Mythology that has evolved after the Vedic Period in Indian history. The other two are Ganesha. The elephant-headed son of the goddess Durgha. And Hanuman. The monkey god. It is after Garuda that the Indonesian National Airlines is named. Even today, Garuda is much revered by devout Hindus for his ethics ... moreand his strength in applying his ethics to correct evil-doers. Garuda is the king of the birds. He mocks the wind with the speed of his flight. As the appointed charger of Vishnu he is venerated by all. Including humans. Garuda is the son of Kashyap, a great sage, and Vinata, a daughter of Daksha. A famous king. He was hatched from an egg Vinata laid. He has the head, wings, talons, and beak of an eagle and the body and limbs of a man. He has a white face, red wings and golden body. When he was born he was so brilliant that he was mistaken for Agni. The god of fire, and worshipped. Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 OPIUM WEIGHTS Before the advent of a regular currency. Transactions in the bazaars and marketplaces were made by weighing out lumps of relatively high valued metals which were used as currencies such as silver ingots, often referred to as'ganza' In order to ensure that the correct amount of ganza was weighed out, the bullion merchants used a series of weights which had been officially approved. The origin of these weights has not been established but it is thought they were introduced to Thailand by the Burmese when they conquered Ayudhya
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