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This item is an antique South East Asian silver betel nut box crafted in the form of a turtle, likely …
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This item is an antique South East Asian silver betel nut box crafted in the form of a turtle, likely originating from Cambodia in the early 20th century.
Design: Intricately detailed with chased scales and shell patterns, featuring a removable top shell to access the container inside.
Purpose: Historically used by royalty or wealthy individuals to hold betel nuts, lime paste, and betel leaves for chewing.
Material: Typically made from lower-content silver or white metal, often unmarked.
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- Dimensions
- 6ʺW × 4.5ʺD × 4.25ʺH
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Cambodia
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Antique Silver Finish
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- No dents, top fits perfectly on bottom No dents, top fits perfectly on bottom less
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