A Collection of Four Good Silver Inlaid Betel Nut Boxes circa 1900
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A Collection of Four Good Silver Inlaid Betel Nut Boxes circa 1900
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)Width: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)Depth: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 4
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1900
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- Seller Location:San Francisco, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU84761015820
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