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Betel nut coated with gold
Betel nut coated with gold
Object Number 79-80-60/20085
Display Title Betel nut coated with gold
Descriptions
Object Description Betel nut coated with gold
Inventory Description Nut covered with gold leaf, encased in glass and cardboard.
Classification
  • Floral
Department Ethnographic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Asia / India
Materials Nut
Dimensions Overall: 5.1 x 7.6 cm (2 x 3 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 20085

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