Bonk van 2 stuivers van Nederlands Indië,1818 1818

This small, rectangular bronze weight, dated 1818, was used in the Dutch East Indies during the reign of King Willem I. The inscription "1818" and the weight's inscription "Bonk van 2 stuivers van Nederlands Indië" ("Bar of 2 Dutch East Indies Stuivers") are prominent features. This piece is an example of a small but important artifact that sheds light on the history of trade and commerce in the Dutch East Indies. This weight, housed in the Rijksmuseum, serves as a tangible reminder of the Dutch colonial presence in Southeast Asia.