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Silver Betel Leaves Container Overlaid with Gold Sheet (Bugis People) Sulawesi,19th Century

This recipient is part of the betel-set that keeps the ingredients for betel chewing, a mild stimulant which originated in India more than 2000 years ago. Shavings of the areca nut are mixed with lime paste and spices and wrapped in a piper vine leaf. The offering of betel to visitors was an act of hospitality throughout Southeast Asia

Width: 7.6cm

Height: 9cm

Weight: 54g

Code: Gmua

Shipping: $15 (Domestic shipping within USA only. Enquire for international shipping.)

Price ($350)