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A Southeast Asian Silver Hexagonal Betel Nut Box browse these categories for related items... All Items: Antiques:Regional Art:Asian:Southeast Asian:Metalwork: Pre 1900: item # 413304
Ichiban Japanese & Oriental Antiques Post Office Box 395 Marion, CT 06444-0395 203.272.7392 Guest Book $195.00 |
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| A fine silver alloy hexagonal lidded box – believed to be used for betel nuts or some kind of snuff. The box is finely chased with scene of two people seated under a canopy on the lid – and on the base is a raised design of a fierce tiger or leopard like animal. On the six sides are birds in branches and flowering scenes in each reserve like side. The box measures 1 3/4" from point to point and is 1 1/2" thick to the tops of the domed tops and bottom. Excellent condition – old patina – no cracks or restorations. We date this to the late 19th century. | ||||||||||||
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