Brass Betel Nut Supari Box from Brunei - Early 20thC Side Tables The stone bases are carved

The stone bases are carved and are the originals

Reproduction Victorian Style Cast Iron Shelf Bracket - Leaf Design (sold seperately)

Paan boxes are found across Asia and due to the wide variety of styles and designs

Condition: Good antique condition with age-related wear and patina consistent with age and use

also known as paan

Brass Betel Nut Supari Box from Brunei - Early 20thC Side Tables The stone bases are carvedThis early 20th century brass supari box is from the Indonesian Archipelago and would have been used for storing betel nut supari, also known as paan. Paan is a preparation, which combines a paste of spices in a betel leaf, which is chewed for its stimulant and psychoactive effects. Paan boxes are found across Asia and due to the wide variety of styles and designs, they have become very popular with collectors. Dimensions: 10 x 5 x 2. 75(wxdxh cms)