Antique 6-piece set of balance weights – calibrated – Industrial design - Netherlands, Indonesia - 1900-1930





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An antique six-piece set of brass balance weights, calibrated and housed in a bespoke beechwood block, dating to circa 1900–1930 and originating from Dutch-Indies (present-day Indonesia) with official calibration marks and a warm patina.
Description from the seller
Rare and completely original set of brass balance weights, originating from a trading or apothecary environment in the Dutch East Indies (present-day Indonesia).
The set consists of kilogram- and gram-weights, carefully housed in a custom-made wooden block.
All weights bear official approval and calibration marks, convincingly confirming their professional origin and historical authenticity.
The brass weights exhibit a warm, natural patina that beautifully reflects their age and history of use.
An exceptionally complete and collectible object for enthusiasts of historical measuring instruments, the history of science, and antique craftsmanship.
All photos are an integral part of the description and show the authentic condition of each weight.
Composition of the set
• 1× 1 KILOGRAM
• 1× 500 GRAM
• 1× 200 GRAM
• 1× 100 GRAM
• 1× 50 GRAM
• 1× Wooden block (No. 23)
Notes
• Multiple official approval and calibration marks on the weights
• Professionally used in trade or pharmacy – strong historical and educational value
• Warm, original patina matching the age
• Fully functional and exceptionally complete
• Rare colonial provenance – Dutch East Indies ca. 1900
• Decorative and museum-presentable – ideal for collectors, display cases or scientific displays
Will be carefully packed and insured for shipping.
Rare and completely original set of brass balance weights, originating from a trading or apothecary environment in the Dutch East Indies (present-day Indonesia).
The set consists of kilogram- and gram-weights, carefully housed in a custom-made wooden block.
All weights bear official approval and calibration marks, convincingly confirming their professional origin and historical authenticity.
The brass weights exhibit a warm, natural patina that beautifully reflects their age and history of use.
An exceptionally complete and collectible object for enthusiasts of historical measuring instruments, the history of science, and antique craftsmanship.
All photos are an integral part of the description and show the authentic condition of each weight.
Composition of the set
• 1× 1 KILOGRAM
• 1× 500 GRAM
• 1× 200 GRAM
• 1× 100 GRAM
• 1× 50 GRAM
• 1× Wooden block (No. 23)
Notes
• Multiple official approval and calibration marks on the weights
• Professionally used in trade or pharmacy – strong historical and educational value
• Warm, original patina matching the age
• Fully functional and exceptionally complete
• Rare colonial provenance – Dutch East Indies ca. 1900
• Decorative and museum-presentable – ideal for collectors, display cases or scientific displays
Will be carefully packed and insured for shipping.

