Bonk van 2 stuivers van Nederlands Indië,1819 1819

This small bronze weight, created by King Willem I in 1819, is a physical representation of the Dutch monetary system in the Dutch East Indies. The inscription "Bonk van 2 stuivers van Nederlands Indië" translates to "weight of 2 stuivers from the Dutch East Indies". This artifact, measuring just 2.0 cm in length, 2.4 cm in width, and 1.1 cm in thickness, provides insight into the history of Dutch colonial trade and the standardization of weights and measures during that era. This weight, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a tangible reminder of the Dutch influence on Indonesian society and its economy.