Archive Ref: GNMC-ART-016
Double-Century-Old Engraved Brass Travel Betel & Lime Casket (Chunauti)
Rare ~200-year-old hinged brass travel casket for betel nut and slaked lime (Wt 255 g)
Double-century-old authentic brass betel leaf (Paan) and slaked lime casket (Chunauti), crafted circa early 19th century in Odisha. Carried by travelers, village elders, and scholars during social visits to offer seasoned betel rolls in the spirit of classical hospitality. Weighs 255 grams with secure hinged compartments and authentic historic lime residue within. An exceedingly rare, un-common cultural artifact of vintage Indian domestic heritage.
Period
Early 19th Century (~200 years)
Provenance
Indian village hospitality tradition
Curator's Condition Assessment
About 200 years old. Rare. Historic lime residue present; weight verified at 255 g.