Antique Cambodian Silver / Southeast Asian Repousse Betel Nut Leaf Container

Description

This is a beautiful Silver Container for B
etel / Areca Nut leaf
from Cambodia. The piece most likely dates from the latter part of the 1800's to early 1900's.  The borders on the top and bottom of the container are delicately repoussed and it has a flat base so it is freestanding.  This silver container was purchased in Bangkok in the early 1970's by my father during one of his scheduled buying trips for his Antique Shop in Penang, Malaysia.  The container was purchased in the well established / reputable jewelry district bordered by Silom Road and Surawong Road.
Please review pictures closely in regards to condition of this container.  The container has not been polished and retains it’s original antique patina.  Applying silver polish would drastically change the container’s appearance if you prefer a much shinier / newer looking piece.
Container Dimensions: 3 3/4 inches wide and 4 inches high.  Weight: 3.1 ounces (88 grams)
Returns accepted if not completely satisfied.
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PROVENANCE: Collection of Don T. Christensen, Penang, Malaysia