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Pan, Betel Box

1944.03.0112A

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Artifact Identification Pan, Betel Box   (1944.03.0112A)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Furnishings
    2. :
  2. Household Accessories
    3. :
  3. Containers for Smoking & Tobacco
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period N/A
Date 19th - early 20th century
Culture Indian
Location Not on Exhibit

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 Under Review
Materials Metal--Brass
Manufacturing Processes Cast

Research Remarks

Description N/A
Published Description 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

Credit Line/Dedication Courtesy of Mrs. J. J. Parry
Reproduction No

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