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LicensePierced brass betel nut box, Indian, 1801-1900
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Pierced brass betel nut box, Indian, 19th century
Science Museum Group Collection
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum
Pierced brass betel nut box, Indian, 1801-1900
Betel nuts and limes were contained in this pierced metal box. Betel nut is taken in many areas of the world as a narcotic, a substance that relieves pain and alters mood and behaviour. It is often mixed with ingredients such as lime to produce feelings of mild euphoria. Too much can have a sedative effect. Betel nut chewers are recognisable by the distinctive red staining on their teeth, mouth and gums.
Details
- Category:
- Asian Medicine
- Collection:
- Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
- Object Number:
- A23317
- Materials:
- brass (copper, zinc alloy) and complete
- Measurements:
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overall: 165 mm 55 mm, .31kg
- type:
- box - container and betel nut
- credit:
- Knight, Frank and Rutley
