Red Lacquer Burmese Betel Box - Ca 1920
Paan 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.
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Red Lacquer Burmese Betel Box - Ca 1920
Paan 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.
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11.5 x 11.5 x 8.5 (wxdxh cms)
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands £7.50
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Paan 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 checkout
