Indian weight, 3 Tolas

Made:
1821-1830 in Bombay
One of four Indian copper weights, octagonal flat

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One of four Indian copper weights, octagonal flat
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One of four Indian copper weights, octagonal flat, engraved on top "CS 1821" with value of 3 Tolas, Bombay, first quarter 19th century.

Details

Category:
Weighing & Measuring
Object Number:
1954-687/2
Materials:
copper (metal) and complete
Measurements:
overall (estimate): 5 x 20 x 20 mm
type:
indian weight (tola)
credit:
Victoria & Albert Museum