"Boîte à Chaux Demi Lune en Argent Birmanie Bétel Shan"
Lime box in embossed silver, decorated with lotus petals and scrolls. Burma probably Shan States, late 19th / early 20th century. This type of silver box was used to contain lime powder, part of the quid of betel nut Provenance: Estate of art dealer and collector Claude de Marteau. Careful & secure shipping, 100% insured. W 11.5cm x H 4.5cm x D 5cm Weight 186 grams 
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