UH20023 Burmese A-le, a zoomorphic form copper bronze market weight often referred to as an “opium weight”, the form of a Hintha, a Brahmani Duck (Hamsa) emblem of the Mon kingdom with duck’s bill, crested comb, bulging eyes, side wings and upturned tail standing with 2 legs and rear post on a tapered hexagonal base with serrated edge. Measuring 20 tical approximately the equivalent to 320 grams. Dents, divots, worn patina, fine condition. 2-1/2” High. 18th Century. $350.