Brass Betel Nut Supari Box from Brunei - Early 20thC
This early 20thĀ century brass supari box is from the Indonesian Archipelago and would have been used for storing betel nut supari, also known as paan.Ā Paan is a preparation, which combines a paste of spices in a betel leaf, which is chewed for its stimulant and psychoactive effects.Ā
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Paan boxes are found across Asia and due to the wide variety of styles and designs, they have become very popular with collectors.Ā
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Dimensions:
10 x 5 x 2.75(wxdxh cms)
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From Indonesia
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£7.50
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Brass Betel Nut Supari Box from Brunei - Early 20thC
This early 20thĀ century brass supari box is from the Indonesian Archipelago and would have been used for storing betel nut supari, also known as paan.Ā Paan is a preparation, which combines a paste of spices in a betel leaf, which is chewed for its stimulant and psychoactive effects.Ā
Ā
Paan boxes are found across Asia and due to the wide variety of styles and designs, they have become very popular with collectors.Ā
Ā
Dimensions:
10 x 5 x 2.75(wxdxh cms)
Ā
From Indonesia
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£7.50
More delivery options available at checkout
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This early 20thĀ century brass supari box is from the Indonesian Archipelago and would have been used for storing betel nut supari, also known as paan.Ā Paan is a preparation, which combines a paste of spices in a betel leaf, which is chewed for its stimulant and psychoactive effects.Ā
Ā
Paan boxes are found across Asia and due to the wide variety of styles and designs, they have become very popular with collectors.Ā
Ā
Dimensions:
10 x 5 x 2.75(wxdxh cms)
Ā
From Indonesia
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£7.50
More delivery options available at checkout
