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This cast bronze box with Islamic inlaid designs is likely from Mindanao in the Philippines. These ornate boxes hold the …
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This cast bronze box with Islamic inlaid designs is likely from Mindanao in the Philippines. These ornate boxes hold the ingredients for the betel nut "quid" which was once a large part of ceremonial and social occasions.
Size: 4 1/8" w, 2" h, 2" d
Condition: one pin for the interior hinged boxes is missing. Visible oxidation to the interior boxes likely due to the slaked lime which is one of the ingredients.
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- Dimensions
- 4ʺW × 2ʺD × 2ʺH
- Styles
- Asian Antique
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Bronze
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brass
- Condition Notes
- Condition: one pin for the interior hinged boxes is missing. Visible oxidation to the interior boxes likely due to the … moreCondition: one pin for the interior hinged boxes is missing. Visible oxidation to the interior boxes likely due to the slaked lime which is one of the ingredients. less
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