C 1800's ANTIQUE GOLD SOVEREIGN GUINEA POCKET BRASS SCALES w/ CASE

Description

Scale designed to weigh a single gold coin to insure it had not been shaved down.  Guaranteed that the merchant accepting the coin was not being cheated.
Very good working condition with original hanging arm for the coin, flip weight on opposite end, and sliding counter weight with good readable scale.
Wood case in very good condition with secure working latch.