Bidspirit auction | Harappan Stone Weights, Indus Valley

Harappan Stone Weights, Indus Valley Civilization, Indian - The stone weights used in the Indus Valley Civilization were carefully crafted from hard stones such as chert and were made in precise geometric shapes, usually cubes. These weights followed a standardized binary system (1, 2, 4, 8, 16, etc.), showing the Harappans had an advanced understanding of measurement and trade. Archaeologists have found them in cities like Harappa and Mohenjo-daro, indicating their use in commercial transactions, taxation, and market regulation. The uniformity of these weights across different sites suggests a highly organized economic system and strong administrative control in Harappan society.