Three Large Cambodian Metal Animal Form Betel Boxes

20th century, the largest in the form of a bird with a long beak, marked "T96" to the underside, appears to be silver over copper (8 1/2 x 9 x 6 in.); and two elephant form boxes, not marked, the largest (7 x 7 x 4 1/2 in.); XRF tests a copper and zinc alloy.

The largest with rubbing to the silver coating, some verdigris spotting, minor dens, one with rim tear.

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