Red Lacquer Burmese Betel Box - Ca 1920 Material - Brass this piece is a truly

this piece is a truly unique item with a naturally distressed cracked paint finish

which glows softly in natural light

Early Ming

circa 1920

Red Lacquer Burmese Betel Box - Ca 1920 Material - Brass this piece is a trulyPaan is a preparation which combines a paste of spices in a betel leaf which is chewed for its stimulant and psychoactive effects. After chewing, it is either spat out or swallowed. Paan has many variations. Slaked lime (chunnam) paste is commonly added to bind the leaves. The skilled paan maker is known as a paanwala. From Burma 11. 5 x 11. 5 x 8. 5 (wxdxh cms) UK Delivery Charge except Highlands & Islands 7. 50 More delivery options available on