This is an antique Japanese balance scale (hakari) weight dating to the late Meiji Era (c. 1910). It has Japanese writing on both sides( see picturse 6 & 7) and actual weight  5.2 ounces. It is round in shape with a lanyard ring at the top to adjust up and down a pole scale. Seen in the last 2 pictures is a bar or pole scale (not included) similar to the one which would have originally been used a similar weight.

Having been in storage over 100 years, with exception to a nice warm-aged patina, it remains in very good functional condition. This bell scale measures 1 1/2" high ( 4 cm). by 3 cm (1 1/4") in diameter.

Please note: The bar scale seen in the last picture is NOT included in this listing but can be seen in a current or upcoming sailerking listing.