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Vintage Indian Silver Inlaid Bidriware Pandan Betel Nut Box Bidar India Mughal

$ 23.75

Availability: 18 in stock
  • Region of Origin: India
  • Type: Box
  • Age: Post-1940
  • Maker: Bidar
  • Original/Reproduction: Vintage Original
  • Primary Material: Metal
  • Color: Black
  • Betel Nut Container: Trinket Box

    Description

    One (1) vintage Indian Bidriware betel nut box (pandan) in the shape of a mango.  Blackened alloy of zinc, copper, tin and lead decorated with inlaid silver leaves.  Slides open with a pin on top.  From Bidar, India.  1960's-1980's.  Good condition- minor wear.  One small piece of silver inlay missing (see picture #11).  Measures 4 1/2 inches long, 2 3/8 inches at widest point and 3/4 inches thick.  See my betel nut boxes as well as other antique Indian pieces and Asian antiques.  Shipping will be by USPS First Class Mail-.25 including insurance.  Shipping price is calculated from CA. to the East Coast.  If shipping is lower you will be refunded the difference (if more than one dollar).  All international sales are sent Priority or Express Mail with full insurance only.
    Please email me for shipping cost if you have any questions.  Will combine shipping on multiple purchases.