Betel Nut

Turkish ottoman inlaid turquoise beads semi precious stones betel nut cutter. Circa 1820, very rare.

A betel nut box. Hill Tribe Betel Nut Box, from the Hill Tribes that live amongst Thailand and Loa borders in the mountain hills.

Used to slice betel nut or areca nuts.

Antique Brass Betel Nut Cutter from India Collectible Asian Mughal Artifact.

Antique Brass Betel Nut Cutter from India Collectible Asian Artifact This excellent piece of art from India, made in solid brass, nut slicer or nut cracker which is two halves made w...

Betel Nut is consumed on a daily basis in a large portion of the Indonesian Archipelago.

Betel Nut is consumed on a daily basis in a large portion of the Indonesian Archipelago.

Betel Nut is consumed on a daily basis in a large portion of the Indonesian Archipelago.

Antique Asian Mughal Indian betel nut cutters crafted in bronze, specifically designed for cutting betel palm, seeds, areca nuts, and dry fruits.

Betel Nut is consumed on a daily basis in a large portion of the Indonesian Archipelago.

Chewing of the betel nut dates back as far as The Vedic period in Hinduism around 1700 – 1100 BCE.

Unique Wooden Betel Nut Preparation Utensils Box Burma (Myanmar), 18th–19th Century Material: Carved wood Condition: Structurally restored with new hinges; original patina preserved ...

Antique Asian Silver Betel Nut Box in Foo Lion Form, Southeast Asia, 19th–20th Century A finely crafted antique South Asian silver betel nut box, cast in the form of a Foo Lion (Sing...

This is an antique temple betel nut dish. An Indonesian, engraved brass sireh stand, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

Arts & Crafts, Asian Antique, Asian, Vintage Measures : 14x21cm H:19cm Bétel nut box appearing a duck, made of metal pushed with a high silver content.

Small Betel Nut Box, Maranao, Southern Philippines (Mindanao).

Medium Betel Nut Box, Maranao, Southern Philippines (Mindanao).

Small Betel Nut Box, Maranao, Southern Philippines (Mindanao).

Small Betel Nut Box, Maranao, Southern Philippines (Mindanao).

Large Betel Nut Box, Maranao, Southern Philippines (Mindanao).

Small Betel Nut Box, Maranao, Southern Philippines (Mindanao).

The most common method of using betel nut is to slice it into thin strips and roll it in a betel leaf with slaked lime powder.

An antique Thai wooden betel nut box from the early 20th century, with carved décor and pierced motifs.

Medium Betel Nut Box, Maranao, Southern Philippines (Mindanao).

Personal size Betel Nut Box, Maranao, Southern Philippines (Mindanao).

This box was specifically crafted and used for the storage of the betel leaf, areca nut and chewing condiments. Condition: Minor signs of age and use, otherwise fine.

The custom of chewing a mixture of the betel nut leaf and areca nut was a common practice throughout Indonesia, and much of Southeast Asia, dating back thousands of years.

Small Betel Nut Box, Maranao, Southern Philippines (Mindanao).

Zig zag patterned cocobolo, blackwood and betel nut lidded box created by Jon Sauer of San Francisco, California.

A small hand-engraved container for tea, tobacco, betel nut, pills etc. Intricate details depicting a hunting-scene all around its outside.

Indian Beaten Copper Betel Nut Pandan Box with hand hammered beaten floral and incised decoration used to store betel leaf, lime, tobacco and the nut from the areca palm.

Boxes such as this were used to store the areca nut (also known as the betel nut) which would be wrapped in a betel leaf with lime paste and other ingredients, often tobacco, for che...

The box has a handle on each side and has four compartments inside with silver inlaid lids to hold the four ingredients necessary for the betal nut chew, the areca nut, betel piper v...

Cast bronze lengguai of compressed bulbous form with flared foot from Brunei, finely incised around the body with continuous scrolling foliate motifs, circa 1900. Fitted removable...

Antique silver betel (areca nut) nut cutter (‘sarota’) from Maharashtra (central-western India) depicting a standing man embracing a woman – Raja Rani Sarota (cutter with a Raja and ...

This Vintage brass box is a Paan Daan used for the storage of Betel nut and paan leaves, handcrafted by artisans from the State of Maharasthra.

Decorated in relief and cloaked in an antique patina, this curious brass case is an early 20th century betel nut box, attributed to the Maranao people of the island of Mindanao, Phil...

Decorated with silver inlay and cloaked in an antique patina, this curious brass case is an early 20th century betel nut box, attributed to the Maranao people of the island of Mindan...

The tray lifts out and beneath this another in which sits four containers for the betel nut, lime and other condiments, each with its original lid.

The Corinthian capitals are adorned with acanthus leaves, betel nut, and sunflowers, symbolizing fertility, hospitality, and longevity.

The casket was used for storing highly prized betel nut, which was chewed ritually by high ranking Indonesian officials and adopted by settlers from the Dutch East Indies Company (VO...

The peoples New Guinea use betel nut—areca palm fruit, which is chewed with lime made from burnt shells or coral and other substances as a mild stimulant.

This box has been well used and shows residues from use in the two outer compartments which would have held the betel nut and lime. The silver for the decoration was produced locall...

Substantial in the hand and beautifully balanced in form, this type of box was traditionally used for betel nut, medicinal balms, or personal valuables.

A very fine antique Pandan or Betel Nut Box, or Chapati container, all handcrafted from thick tinned copper.

At the same time, the casting is very fine, with the face very sensitively modeled, with what appears to be betel nut or tobacco or some other substance stuffed in one cheek, and he ...

Lacquerware in Burma has deep historical roots, often linked to the cultural practices surrounding betel nut chewing, which has been integral to social rituals and hospitality.

A very fine antique Pandan or Betel Nut Box, or Chapati container, all handcrafted from thick tinned copper.

Some occasions that call for these ceremonies may include asking for successful crop planting, for prosperity, for good weather for the spinning of cotton, for the smooth running of ...

Standing at 14.1 cm tall and with a diameter of 16 cm, this lacquerware piece embodies the traditional craftsmanship synonymous with Burmese artisans. Historically, betel nut has be...

These dowry boxes, known locally as keraroq or keben, were used to present gifts such as betel nut sets, jewellery, and heirloom textiles to the groom’s family.

These dowry boxes, known locally as keraroq or keben, were used to present gifts such as betel nut sets, jewellery, and heirloom textiles to the groom’s family.

These dowry boxes, known locally as keraroq or keben, were used to present gifts such as betel nut sets, jewellery, and heirloom textiles to the groom’s family.

Crafted for the nuts or spices associated with the ritual of chewing betel leaves and areca nut. Signs of wear and age otherwise fine condition.

The text praises the palm as a “gift of nature” vital for sustenance, construction, and commerce in India, describing also the Areca nut chewed with betel leaves as a cultural habit....

This Vintage brass box is a Paan Daan used for the storage of Betel nut and paan leaves, handcrafted by artisans from the State of Maharasthra.