John Allender Gold Rush Era Counterfeit Coin Detector

Circa 1855, notes "Patent Pending," all brass construction, the balance scale with slotted pans for six gold coin denominations; included are counterweights for $20, $10, $5 and $2-1/2 coins.

8-3/4 in. overall length

Private Collection of an Antiquarian, Charlotte, North Carolina

Pleasing surfaces with wear from repeated use; very good condition.