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18th century, bronze, octagonal section 2 ¼” width 1 ½” height. Undecorated in the South Indian taste. The interior caked with lime from the betel nut chewing activity which comprises chewing a betel leaf wrapped combination of nut slices and slaked lime and spices. The result is a mild stimulant and red stained teeth. The practice is widespread throughout Indian and Indonesia.
Stock Number: B5734

$85.00


Certificate of Authenticity

All items purchased from Faganarms are accompanied by a signed and dated Certificate of Authenticity with the name of the item and its unique item number for future reference.

Certificates are suitable for display with your item, and can easily be mounted in a 8½" x 5½" frame. Our certificates are printed on an acid free 65lb cardstock. This means your certification will not turn yellow or deteriorate over time.

SOUTH INDIA BETEL NUT BOX

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