Pan, Betel Box
1944.03.0112A
Detailed Images
Basic Information
| Artifact Identification | Pan, Betel Box (1944.03.0112A) |
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| Classification/ Nomenclature |
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| Artist/Maker | None |
| Geographic Location | |
| Period/Date | 19th - early 20th century |
| Culture | Indian |
Physical Analysis
| Dimension 1 (Length) | 9.4 cm |
|---|---|
| Dimension 2 (Width) | 7.3 cm |
| Dimension 3 (Depth) | 3.0 cm |
| Weight | 478 g |
| Measuring Remarks | The depth includes the feet. The weight includes the loose compartment lid. |
| Materials | Metal--Brass |
| Manufacturing Processes | Cast |
| Munsell Color Information | Dark Grayish Olive (5Y 2/2 ) -ns Moderate Yellow ( 5Y 7/8 ) -ns |
Research Remarks
| Published Description | N/A |
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| Description | N/A |
| Comparanda | N/A |
| Bibliography | Geoffery L. Ward, The Maharajas in the series Treasures of the World. Pp. 102-103. Picture of similar container (but theirs is jewelled). Rooney, Dawn F. Betel Chewing Traditions in South-East Asia. Images of Asia Series. Kuala Lumpur: Oxford University Press, 1993. |
Artifact History
| Archaeological Data | N/A |
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| Credit Line/Dedication | Courtesy of Mrs. J. J. Parry |
| Reproduction | No |
| Reproduction Information | N/A |